Al-Kauthar Mosque
Mosque Community mosque in Sabah serving local worshippers
A mosque on Sabah’s coast serving local communities; visitors come for religious events and to observe Muslim worship practices in East Malaysia.
How to Get to Al-Kauthar Mosque #
The mosque is in Sabah; use a taxi from the nearest town or city. If coming from Tawau or Sandakan, expect a 30-90 minute ride depending on exact location. Show the driver the GPS coordinates (4.24331389, 117.894175) - many local drivers navigate by landmarks rather than formal street addresses.
Tips for Visiting Al-Kauthar Mosque #
- Visit between mid-morning and mid-afternoon to see the courtyard empty of the peak prayer throngs.
- Ask permission before photographing worshippers; many congregants are happy to be photographed if approached politely.
- Use the ablution facilities before entering the prayer hall - signs or local congregants will point the way.
- If arriving by taxi, show the driver the coordinates (4.24331389, 117.894175) - many drivers in Sabah know landmarks by location rather than street address.
Best Time to Visit Al-Kauthar Mosque #
Tropical climate-visit outside peak monsoon storms for more predictable travel; for quieter visits aim for mid-morning on weekdays.
Weather & Climate near Al-Kauthar Mosque #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2156 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (144 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (209 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (216 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (204 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
