Tawau
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Tawau month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Tawau are typically February, March and April, with average daytime highs around 30–30°C. March is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), February the coldest (average low 24°C), and September the wettest (about 281 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.4 | 23.9 | 223 | 9.5 |
| February | 30.1 | 23.7 | 151 | 10.2 |
| March | 30.2 | 24.0 | 179 | 10.4 |
| April | 30.2 | 24.4 | 196 | 10.8 |
| May | 30.1 | 24.7 | 251 | 10.2 |
| June | 29.4 | 24.3 | 246 | 9.7 |
| July | 29.4 | 24.2 | 234 | 9.5 |
| August | 29.5 | 24.1 | 268 | 9.9 |
| September | 29.6 | 24.1 | 281 | 9.9 |
| October | 29.7 | 24.2 | 254 | 9.3 |
| November | 29.8 | 24.2 | 224 | 10.1 |
| December | 29.6 | 24.1 | 236 | 9.7 |
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01 · OverviewTawau, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Tawau took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Tawau
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Tawau
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Tawau
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Tawau
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Tawau
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Tawau
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tawau
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01 · Q&AWhere is Tawau located and what are its coordinates?
Tawau is situated in Malaysia at geographic coordinates 4.2448, 117.8911, with an elevation of 0 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Tawau?
Tawau has a recorded population of approximately 372,615 and observes the Asia/Kuching time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Tawau?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Tawau include MS-MY, English, Chinese, TA, TE, ML, PA, Thai, with MYR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Tawau?
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