Brunei Environment
With a steamy tropical climate, Brunei is a great place to visit for those who like it hot and humid. Brunei is blessed with an abundance of stunning natural features and is simply teeming with wildlife. Bordered by the South China Sea and divided into two parts by Malaysia, this is an area of intense beauty.
Climate
Brunei's climate varies little throughout the year and it is generally humid and wet, with average daytime temperatures hovering around 84°F. Although there are wet and dry seasons, the climate varies little between these seasons and humidity is generally around 80 percent throughout the year.
Ecology
Brunei features lush green valleys and rolling hills with plenty of pristine rainforest and flowing rivers. The country’s 130km coastline is dotted with picturesque sandy beaches and clear water. Brunei is blessed with plenty of natural resources and much of the country is still undeveloped.
Flora and Fauna
Featuring virgin tropical rainforests, swamps and lush national parks, Brunei really thrives in flora and fauna. Those who explore the mangroves will discover more than 88 species of flowering plants alone and there are over 33 known species of fern in this area. Brunei is home to a good number of animals that are all but extinct in other parts of the world. Animal lovers will want to visit Ulu Temburong National Park and the Kuala Belalong Field Study Center to spy orangutans, elephants, clouded leopards, proboscis monkeys and a wide variety of other inhabitants.
Geography
Brunei consists of a total area of 5,766 square kilometers and is divided into two parts by Malaysia. Most of Brunei’s population lives in the western part and this is where visitors will find most of the main cities, towns and tourist attractions.
Weather
Brunei is hot virtually all year round and visitors can expect at least some light rainfall on most days. However, rainfall is at its heaviest in December and January, while monsoon winds breeze through the country from June until October.
