Palikir, Micronesia Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Palikir
Weather in Palikir is shaped by its tropical rainforest climate - expect steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. January afternoons typically reach 83°F (29°C), while March highs hover near 83°F (28°C). Annual precipitation averages 130.3 inches (3310 mm) over about 304 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: January - highs near 83°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: March - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Record high: 92°F (34°C) · Record low: 72°F (22°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (29 rainy days) · Sunniest: February (9.9 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on January. Highs average 83°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 78°F (25°C). The coolest month is March, with typical highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows around 77°F (25°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 72°F (22°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 13.7 inches (348 mm) of rain over 29 days, while February is the driest. February brings the most sunshine, averaging 9.9 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83° | 78° | 20 | 7.1 in | 9.7 h/day | 81% |
| February | 83° | 78° | 18 | 6.2 in | 9.9 h/day | 80% |
| March | 83° | 77° | 22 | 10.5 in | 9.5 h/day | 83% |
| April | 83° | 77° | 25 | 9.3 in | 9.4 h/day | 84% |
| May | 84° | 77° | 27 | 12.9 in | 9.0 h/day | 86% |
| June | 84° | 77° | 28 | 11.6 in | 9.6 h/day | 85% |
| July | 84° | 76° | 29 | 11.4 in | 9.8 h/day | 86% |
| August | 84° | 77° | 29 | 13.7 in | 9.9 h/day | 85% |
| September | 84° | 77° | 27 | 12.3 in | 9.5 h/day | 85% |
| October | 84° | 77° | 27 | 13.3 in | 9.3 h/day | 85% |
| November | 84° | 77° | 27 | 12.0 in | 9.2 h/day | 85% |
| December | 84° | 77° | 26 | 10.0 in | 9.3 h/day | 84% |
Palikir month by month
Palikir weather in January
January brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 20 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Palikir.
Palikir weather in February
February brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 78°F (25°C), about 18 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Palikir.
Palikir weather in March
March brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 22 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Palikir.
Palikir weather in April
April brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 25 wet days.
Palikir weather in May
May brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days.
Palikir weather in June
June brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 28 wet days.
Palikir weather in July
July brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 29 wet days.
Palikir weather in August
August brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 29 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Palikir.
Palikir weather in September
September brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days.
Palikir weather in October
October brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days.
Palikir weather in November
November brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 27 wet days.
Palikir weather in December
December brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 26 wet days.
Seasons in Palikir
March through May
March through May in Palikir brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 74 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Palikir is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 86 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Palikir brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 82 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Palikir runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 63 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Palikir
The best time to visit Palikir is generally January to June, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 83°F (29°C).
Pack for Palikir with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - January nights average 78°F (25°C).
Palikir temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.