Kota Kinabalu, Sabah marine weather forecast
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (MYBKI) is a port in Malaysia at 5°58.0′N 116°4.0′E. Today (Sep 17): SSW wind 1–3 kn, waves 0.8–1.2 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 5°58.0′N 116°4.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | MYBKI |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 8 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 16 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Time zone | Asia/Kuching |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSW 1–3 kn | 9 kn | 0.8–1.2 m |
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| WSW 0–4 kn | 14 kn | 0.8–1.2 m |
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| S 0–3 kn | 13 kn | 0.5–0.7 m |
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| SSW 1–6 kn | 13 kn | 0.4–0.5 m |
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| SW 1–3 kn | 12 kn | 0.4–0.5 m |
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| WSW 0–4 kn | 4 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| WNW 1–1 kn | 1 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| ENE 3–3 kn | 11 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| SSW 1–1 kn | 16 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| ESE 4–4 kn | 9 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 6 kn on Sep 20. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.2 m on Sep 17. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Kota Kinabalu, Sabah right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z: SSW wind 1–3 kn, waves 0.8–1.2 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Kota Kinabalu, Sabah?
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah is classed as a medium harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 8 m and anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah?
Entry is affected by ice, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.