Malaysia Kota Kinabalu Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Kota Kinabalu is very-high
July is very-high for Kota Kinabalu.
Korean + European summer peak + Borneo Cultural Festival. Hotels surge.
Travel score
Kota Kinabalu July Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
9
120mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
moderate
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
9 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
25°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Borneo Cultural Festival
- European summer holidays
- Korean summer break
Cons
- Korean + European summer peak
- Hotels surge
July Events & Festivals
- European summer holidays
- Korean summer break
- Borneo Cultural Festival
Kota Kinabalu in July — Full Picture
Korean + European summer peak + Borneo Cultural Festival. Hotels surge.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot tropical.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current31°C
24°C
9.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
31°C
24°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
30.3°C
24°C
11.3/mo
Kota Kinabalu Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30° | 24° | 13d·180mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| February (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 31° | 24° | 7d·90mm | 8h | 78% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| April (Best) | 32° | 25° | 8d·100mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 32° | 25° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·130mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 31° | 24° | 9d·120mm | 8h | 80% | 11 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 31° | 24° | 10d·150mm | 7h | 80% | 10 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 31° | 24° | 12d·200mm | 7h | 82% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·280mm | 6h | 84% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 30° | 24° | 12d·200mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
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Kota Kinabalu July Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu in July is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kota Kinabalu in July?
Kota Kinabalu July averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Kota Kinabalu in July?
Kota Kinabalu July averages 120mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kota Kinabalu in July?
Hot tropical.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kota Kinabalu in July?
Kota Kinabalu July sunrise is 06:15 and sunset is 18:35, with 12h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kota Kinabalu in July?
Kota Kinabalu July air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 9μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kota Kinabalu in July?
In July, Kota Kinabalu is great for Borneo Cultural Festival, Tunku Abdul Rahman, Mt Kinabalu.
Is July peak season in Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.