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Al-Kauthar Mosque

Mosque

A mosque on Sabah's coast serving local communities; visitors come for religious events and to observe Muslim worship practices in East Malaysia.

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Al-Kauthar Mosque essentials

Address: Sabah, Malaysia (approx. 4.24331389 N, 117.894175 E)
Hours: Open for daily prayers (no fixed visiting hours)
Admission: Free (no admission)
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When to Go

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.

Dry season
March-October · 24-31°C
Less rain, easier travel around Sabah; afternoons are warm and mosques are quieter between midday and late afternoon.
Wet season
November-February · 23-29°C
Heavier showers and higher humidity; early mornings often clearer and cooler, but expect sudden downpours.

Weather & Climate near Al-Kauthar Mosque

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2156 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 57 Moderate
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Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 23° - 31° 27° 144 mm overcast 84% 1.6 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
February Good 23° - 31° 27° 129 mm overcast 83% 1.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
March Good 23° - 31° 30° 137 mm overcast 81% 1.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Acceptable 23° - 32° 31° 150 mm overcast 80% 1.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
May Acceptable 24° - 32° 31° 209 mm overcast 81% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
June Acceptable 23° - 31° 30° 183 mm overcast 82% 2.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
July Acceptable 23° - 31° 30° 216 mm overcast 83% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
August Acceptable 23° - 31° 31° 203 mm overcast 83% 2.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
September Acceptable 23° - 31° 30° 175 mm overcast 82% 2.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
October Acceptable 23° - 32° 30° 203 mm overcast 81% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.9h
November Acceptable 23° - 31° 30° 203 mm overcast 82% 1.5 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
December Acceptable 23° - 31° 27° 204 mm overcast 83% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
Getting There & Around

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.