Chart of Felicia and plan of the island Balambangan - humbly presented by A. Dalrymple ; graduated & engrav'd by B. Henry ; the hills etch'd by D. Lerpeniere ; the writing engraved by W. Whitchurch, Bartholomew Lane - btv1b59633008.jpg

Dalrymple, Alexander (1737-1808). Cartographe Henry, B. (17..-18..? ; graveur). Graveur Lerpeniere, D. (17..-18..? ; gra Public domain Wikimedia Commons

Pulau Balambangan

Island

Pulau Balambangan, off Sabah's northern coast, has sandy coves and local fishing communities; occasional day trips bring snorkelers and birdwatchers from mainland Borneo.

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Pulau Balambangan essentials

Address: Pulau Balambangan, off the northern tip of Borneo, Sabah, Malaysia
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Pulau Balambangan

March-October is the most reliable window for island visits and water activities.

Dry season
March-October · 26-31°C
Best conditions for boat access, snorkeling and beach visits-calmer seas and clearer water.
Monsoon season
November-February · 24-29°C
Rougher seas and heavier rain-boat transfers can be unreliable and some operators suspend trips.

Weather & Climate near Pulau Balambangan

Climate

Pulau Balambangan's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2213 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 60 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchFebruaryApril
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 24° - 29° 27° 289 mm overcast 82% 2.5 m/s 2.0 very high 11.6h
February Very Good 24° - 30° 27° 131 mm partly cloudy 81% 3.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
March Very Good 24° - 31° 31° 128 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.5 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 25° - 32° 32° 79 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.0 m/s 2.7 extreme 12.2h
May Good 25° - 32° 32° 128 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.2 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
June Good 24° - 31° 32° 145 mm overcast 80% 1.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
July Good 24° - 31° 31° 123 mm overcast 80% 2.1 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
August Good 24° - 32° 32° 130 mm overcast 80% 1.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.2h
September Good 24° - 31° 31° 140 mm overcast 81% 2.1 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
October Good 24° - 31° 31° 195 mm overcast 82% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.8h
November Good 24° - 30° 27° 281 mm overcast 82% 2.4 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
December Good 24° - 30° 27° 444 mm overcast 83% 2.3 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Pulau Balambangan

Access is by private boat from Kudat or nearby mainland points in Sabah; boat operators run trips depending on weather. Check local operators in Kudat for scheduling.

Tips for Visiting Pulau Balambangan

  • Bring snorkeling gear-clear water around the island rewards short swims.
  • Check for sea conditions and currents; local fishermen can advise on safe anchorage spots.
  • Respect local conservation rules-some nearby reefs and bird colonies are sensitive to disturbance.