Climate Insights for Kolonia
Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia
Climate Overview
The climate in Kolonia is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,551 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kolonia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kolonia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kolonia is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 139.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Kolonia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kolonia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Kolonia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Kolonia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Kolonia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,551 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 296 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 337 mm of rainfall. July and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 164 mm. That's 173 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Kolonia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 139.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.7 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 13.3 in of rainfall. July and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6.5 in. That's 6.8 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Kolonia is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 31km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 17km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 28km/h in winter, 24km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Kolonia is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 19mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18mph in winter, 15mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kolonia based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kolonia based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.