Tawau Hills National Park
National Park Sabah rainforest park with waterfalls and trails
Rainforest reserve near Tawau in Sabah with rivers, waterfalls and steep trails; the park attracts hikers, birdwatchers and researchers studying lowland dipterocarp forest.
How to Get to Tawau Hills National Park #
Tawau Hills National Park is approximately a short drive northwest from Tawau town in Sabah. Visitors typically hire a car or join an organized tour from Tawau; park access roads may be rough-4x4 transport is recommended for some parts.
Tips for Visiting Tawau Hills National Park #
- Start early to reach Mount Magdalena viewpoints before cloud builds in the afternoon.
- Check park notices-some trails are seasonally closed for safety or conservation.
- Engage a local guide for longer jungle treks; knowledgeable guides can point out rare orchids and bird species.
Best Time to Visit Tawau Hills National Park #
The dry season (March-October) is the best time to visit for hiking and wildlife spotting; expect more rain and difficult conditions during the monsoon months.
Weather & Climate near Tawau Hills National Park #
Tawau Hills National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2060 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (203 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (172 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (152 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (195 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
