AI-generatedMiri at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Apr
- Warmest month
- May · 32°
- Warmest sea
- May · 30.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,010 h
- Rain a year
- 2,638 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Elevation
- 8 m
Climate in Miri
Miri has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 31 °C. With around 2,010 hours of sunshine a year, Miri is moderately sunny; April is the sunniest month with 6.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Miri
The best time to visit Miri is from July to April. The sea reaches 30.2 °C in May, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is December with 302 mm of precipitation.
Miri through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Miri in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 73 rainy days in all
Miri in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 65 rainy days in all
Miri in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 80 rainy days in all
Miri in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 75 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:0918:10
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:56–06:37 · evening 17:43–18:23
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:48–05:56 · evening 18:23–18:31
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Miri compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.0 h |
What is the weather like in Miri in October?
In October, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 296 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 2 min06:09 – 18:10
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 91 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 27 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+8offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %46 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
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October and February bring similar holiday weather to Miri (score 30 and 33). Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is 2 °C cooler in February. February has 7 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 33 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.5° | 27.5° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 5.3 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 21better |
| Rainfall | 296 mm | 162 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 28better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Miri month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
32January31° · Sea 28° · 4.7 h
In January, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 256 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in January33February31° · Sea 28° · 5.3 h
In February, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 162 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in February32March32° · Sea 28° · 5.9 h
In March, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 143 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in March30April32° · Sea 29° · 6.2 h
In April, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 178 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in April28May32° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h
In May, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 30.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 188 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri.
Miri in May28June32° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In June, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 201 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri.
Miri in June30July32° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h
In July, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 21 days, adding up to 188 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in July29August32° · Sea 30° · 5.8 h
In August, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 212 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in August29September32° · Sea 30° · 5.6 h
In September, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 224 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in September30October31° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In October, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 296 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in October31November31° · Sea 30° · 5.1 h
In November, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 290 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in November31December31° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In December, Miri is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 302 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Miri – and yet one of the best months here.
Miri in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Miri
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (24°), the warmest in May (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 32 | 31° | 24° | 28.2° | 4.7 h | 26 | 256 |
| FebruaryFeb | 33 | 31° | 24° | 27.5° | 5.3 h | 21 | 162 |
| MarchMar | 32 | 32° | 24° | 28.1° | 5.9 h | 24 | 143 |
| AprilApr | 30 | 32° | 25° | 29.4° | 6.2 h | 26 | 178 |
| MayMay | 28 | 32° | 25° | 30.2° | 6.0 h | 23 | 188 |
| JuneJun | 28 | 32° | 24° | 30.1° | 5.7 h | 21 | 201 |
| JulyJul | 30 | 32° | 24° | 30.0° | 6.0 h | 21 | 188 |
| AugustAug | 29 | 32° | 24° | 30.0° | 5.8 h | 23 | 212 |
| SeptemberSep | 29 | 32° | 24° | 29.7° | 5.6 h | 24 | 224 |
| OctoberOct | 30 | 31° | 24° | 29.5° | 5.1 h | 28 | 296 |
| NovemberNov | 31 | 31° | 24° | 29.5° | 5.1 h | 29 | 290 |
| DecemberDec | 31 | 31° | 24° | 29.1° | 4.7 h | 29 | 302 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
4.40° N, 113.99° E · 8 m · Asia/Kuching
Sea temperature in Miri
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.1 – 29.9 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Miri ranges from 27.5 °C in February to 30.2 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.7 and 30.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.2° | 27.5° | 28.9° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.5° | 26.9° | 28.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.1° | 27.4° | 28.7° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.4° | 28.9° | 29.9° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.2° | 29.7° | 30.6° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 30.1° | 29.6° | 30.5° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 30.0° | 29.5° | 30.3° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 30.0° | 29.6° | 30.3° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.7° | 29.4° | 30.0° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.5° | 29.1° | 29.9° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.5° | 29.1° | 30.1° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.1° | 28.6° | 29.6° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Miri
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Miri, 43 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Miri: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Miri has about 28 rainy days with 296 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Miri
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Miri
How breezy and how cloudy Miri is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Miri typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 91 % of the sky over Miri: mostly overcast, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Miri
How often the day gets hot in Miri (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Miri has about 27 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Miri
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Miri in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Miri has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 28 to 32).
- 31
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 28
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 29
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 30
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 32
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 14 h 5 min
- Distance
- 11,270 km
- Time zone
- UTC+8
- Jet lag
- About 7 days (7 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Miri vs Bandar Seri Begawan
In October the holiday weather in Miri and Bandar Seri Begawan is about equally good (score 30 vs 29). During the day it is about as warm in Bandar Seri Begawan as in Miri. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Miri | Bandar Seri Begawan |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 29 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 27 |
| Best time | Jul – Apr | Oct – Feb |
Through the year
Malaysia in October: the best places
In October, Miri ranks 7 of 22 destinations in this country.
- Semporna30°29°68
- 2Labuan31°30°67
- 3Langkawi (Kuah)31°30°66
- 4Port Klang33°30°58
- 5Kuala Terengganu31°29°35
- 6Kota Bharu31°31
- 7MiriThis page31°30°30
- 8Sandakan32°30°29
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Frequently asked questions about Miri
When is the best time to visit Miri?
The best time to visit Miri is from July to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Miri?
The sea temperature in Miri ranges from 27.5 °C in February to 30.2 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Miri in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Miri?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 31 °C.
When does it rain most in Miri?
The wettest month is December with 302 mm of precipitation. The driest month is March with 143 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Miri get?
Miri gets around 2,010 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 6.2 hours a day; in January there are 4.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Miri in?
Miri is on UTC+8 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Miri?
A nonstop flight from London to Miri takes about 14 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 11,270 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Miri?
Miri has similar weather in all school holidays (scores 28 to 32). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 31, May half-term 28, summer holidays 29, October half-term 30, Christmas holidays 32.