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Mount Murud

Mountain

The highest peak in Sarawak, Mount Murud offers multi-day trekking through mossy forest and karst outcrops; climbers and naturalists visit for challenging routes, remote campsites and birdlife.

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Mount Murud essentials

Country: Malaysia
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Ringgit (RM)
Language: Malay
Emergency: 999

Mount Murud at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Mount Murud

The driest months offer more reliable trekking conditions, but Borneo's climate is unpredictable year-round.

Dry season
March-September · 10-25°C
Easier trekking conditions though Borneo's weather is always variable.
Wet season
October-February · 18-30°C
Heavier rain and higher river levels; trails become slippery.

Weather & Climate near Mount Murud

Climate

Mount Murud's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 11°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2824 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 64 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 197 mm overcast 90% 1.7 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
February Acceptable 11° - 20° 16° 180 mm overcast 89% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
March Acceptable 12° - 21° 16° 232 mm overcast 89% 1.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
April Acceptable 12° - 21° 16° 272 mm overcast 90% 2.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
May Acceptable 12° - 21° 16° 290 mm overcast 90% 2.0 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
June Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 222 mm overcast 90% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
July Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 182 mm overcast 89% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
August Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 199 mm overcast 89% 1.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
September Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 254 mm overcast 89% 1.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
October Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 265 mm overcast 90% 1.8 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.9h
November Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 281 mm overcast 91% 1.8 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
December Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 250 mm overcast 91% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Mount Murud

Access is usually from the Bario and Ba’kelalan regions; travellers typically fly into Miri or Kuching and then connect to regional hubs before overland transfers by 4x4 or arranged charter flights. Local guides organize multi-day treks and village stays.

Tips for Visiting Mount Murud

  • The peak is best climbed with a local guide-some trails are unmarked and the summit area can be remote.
  • Expect wet, mossy forest at elevation and bring insect protection.
  • Reserve permits or coordinate logistics through Kuching-based guide services for multi-day trips.