Malaysia Kota Kinabalu Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Kota Kinabalu is moderate
October is moderate for Kota Kinabalu.
Monsoon. Afternoon thunderstorms. Hotels reasonable.
Travel score
Kota Kinabalu October Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
14
280mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
84%
high
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
29°C
swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October 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 October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Less crowded
- Hotels reasonable
Cons
- Monsoon afternoon thunderstorms
October Events & Festivals
- Monsoon
Kota Kinabalu in October — Full Picture
Monsoon. Afternoon thunderstorms. Hotels reasonable.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Tropical + monsoon.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
31.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
31°C
24°C
9.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current31°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 October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu in October is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Kota Kinabalu in October?
Kota Kinabalu October averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Kota Kinabalu in October?
Kota Kinabalu October averages 280mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kota Kinabalu in October?
Tropical + monsoon.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kota Kinabalu in October?
Kota Kinabalu October sunrise is 06:05 and sunset is 18:00, with 11h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kota Kinabalu in October?
Kota Kinabalu October air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 9μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kota Kinabalu in October?
In October, Kota Kinabalu is great for Tunku Abdul Rahman morning, KK City, Indoor.
Is October peak season in Kota Kinabalu?
Kota Kinabalu October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.