Sandakan sits on the island of Borneo, where an equatorial climate brings heavy rainfall throughout the year with no pronounced dry season, though the northeast monsoon from November through February typically brings the heaviest totals.
On Sabah’s east coast, the city’s coastal lowlands are sensitive to both heavy rain and tidal effects. Many of Borneo’s towns sit along rivers that are the primary transport routes in the region, so a sustained heavy rain event upstream can raise water levels significantly downstream, making radar an important complement to river-level monitoring here. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Sandakan right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Sandakan, Sabah where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Sandakan can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Sandakan rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Sandakan?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Sabah and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Sandakan, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Sandakan rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.