If you are planning to visit Sabah, Sarawak or Brunei Darussalam in the immediate term, please take note that most of the Borneo region is currently experiencing a dry spell.
Temperature can soar up to 35 Degrees Celsius during the day and at most times, feels hotter because of the dry breeze.
And as the night temperature may get cooler than normal, a lot of people may get sore throat or cough because of the fluctuating weather. Children are most vulnerable. One prevention is to drink lots of water so that your body will not get dehydrated or take sufficient Vitamin C daily.
However, if you have a sore throat and/or dry cough, it is advisable to consult a doctor and get immediate treatment or medication. This way, you'll not only recover faster, but will also allow you to enjoy your stay in Borneo better.
In any case, the Meteorological Department in Sabah reported recently that the current dry spell is normal during the months of March and April in Sabah (and I believe in other parts of Borneo too). They added that based on past experiences and by looking at the trend of current wind pattern, the weather would likely to change by end of April or early May.
So, the forecast is that by May, the wet spell will return.
And then...,
People will start to complain about the monsoon rain.
But in reality, whether it's dry or wet, it will offer a different experience to your holidays in Borneo.
For example, climbing Mt. Kinabalu in the wet is a totally different experience than conquering it in the dry weather. The same goes to jungle trekking or white water rafting - that is, unless it's the occasional downpour, than some safety precaution must be exercised not only by your travel company but by yourself as well.
But most actually found the (mildly) wet not only challenging, but more fun and exciting.
That is perhaps the best thing about Borneo...
Every month is the best month to visit Borneo.
Temperature can soar up to 35 Degrees Celsius during the day and at most times, feels hotter because of the dry breeze.
And as the night temperature may get cooler than normal, a lot of people may get sore throat or cough because of the fluctuating weather. Children are most vulnerable. One prevention is to drink lots of water so that your body will not get dehydrated or take sufficient Vitamin C daily.
However, if you have a sore throat and/or dry cough, it is advisable to consult a doctor and get immediate treatment or medication. This way, you'll not only recover faster, but will also allow you to enjoy your stay in Borneo better.
In any case, the Meteorological Department in Sabah reported recently that the current dry spell is normal during the months of March and April in Sabah (and I believe in other parts of Borneo too). They added that based on past experiences and by looking at the trend of current wind pattern, the weather would likely to change by end of April or early May.
So, the forecast is that by May, the wet spell will return.
And then...,
People will start to complain about the monsoon rain.
But in reality, whether it's dry or wet, it will offer a different experience to your holidays in Borneo.
For example, climbing Mt. Kinabalu in the wet is a totally different experience than conquering it in the dry weather. The same goes to jungle trekking or white water rafting - that is, unless it's the occasional downpour, than some safety precaution must be exercised not only by your travel company but by yourself as well.
But most actually found the (mildly) wet not only challenging, but more fun and exciting.
That is perhaps the best thing about Borneo...
Every month is the best month to visit Borneo.
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