Mount Tambuyukon
Mountain Second-highest mountain in Sabah, rich in biodiversity
Located in Sabah, Mount Tambuyukon is a high rainforest peak prized by trekkers and botanists; climbers pursue steep jungle routes, mossy montane habitat and sightings of highland flora and bird species.
How to Get to Mount Tambuyukon #
Access is via Kota Kinabalu with onward road travel to Sabah’s interior towns; local guides organize transport to the trailhead and multi-day treks. Roads can be rough-4x4s are commonly used.
Tips for Visiting Mount Tambuyukon #
- Tambuyukon is a strenuous climb-many trekkers take two to three days to summit; hire a knowledgeable Sabah-based guide.
- Elevation gains can be steep and humid; acclimatize on other nearby peaks if attempting multi-peak trips.
- Watch for cloud forest flora and spend time at mossy streamside sections rather than racing for the summit.
Best Time to Visit Mount Tambuyukon #
Dry months offer more stable trekking conditions, but Sabah's weather remains changeable year-round.
Weather & Climate near Mount Tambuyukon #
Mount Tambuyukon's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 11°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2454 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (174 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (259 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (247 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (270 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (233 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
