Question 1

Is Lahad Datu safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Lahad Datu, Malaysia “safe”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Lahad Datu in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Lahad Datu averages about 29°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Lahad Datu?

Accepted Answer

Lahad Datu is warmest in Apr and driest in Jul; mild (18–28°C) months are Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	26	26	27	27	27	27	27	27	27	27	26
Sea °C	28	28	29	30	30	30	29	29	30	29	29	29
Rain (days)	246	196	165	135	144	133	129	156	146	167	183	228

Lahad Datu, Malaysia

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