Climate Insights for Pulusuk

Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia

Hottest
October
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
July
26°C low80°F low
Wettest
May
388 mm rain15.3 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Pulusuk is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3,411 mm of precipitation falls per year. Pulusuk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pulusuk sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Pulusuk is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 134.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Pulusuk receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pulusuk sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°FebMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°MarMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 27°AprMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 27°MayMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°JunMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°JulMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°AugMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°SepMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°OctMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 27°NovMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 27°DecMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FMayMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°F
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Pulusuk has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°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.Pulusuk has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 80°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 262mmFebPrecipitation: 180mmMarPrecipitation: 271mmAprPrecipitation: 306mmMayPrecipitation: 388mmJunPrecipitation: 295mmJulPrecipitation: 328mmAugPrecipitation: 272mmSepPrecipitation: 239mmOctPrecipitation: 261mmNovPrecipitation: 276mmDecPrecipitation: 335mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.3inFebPrecipitation: 7.1inMarPrecipitation: 10.7inAprPrecipitation: 12.1inMayPrecipitation: 15.3inJunPrecipitation: 11.6inJulPrecipitation: 12.9inAugPrecipitation: 10.7inSepPrecipitation: 9.4inOctPrecipitation: 10.3inNovPrecipitation: 10.9inDecPrecipitation: 13.2in
Precipitation

Pulusuk is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,411 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 284 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 388 mm of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 180 mm. That's 208 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Pulusuk is a very wet location, receiving approximately 134.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.2 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 15.3 in of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 7.1 in. That's 8.2 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 27km/hFebWind Speed: 29km/hMarWind Speed: 24km/hAprWind Speed: 21km/hMayWind Speed: 19km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 16mphFebWind Speed: 18mphMarWind Speed: 15mphAprWind Speed: 13mphMayWind Speed: 12mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 15mph
Wind Speed

Pulusuk is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 15km/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 26km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Pulusuk is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 18mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10mph 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 16mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pulusuk 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 Pulusuk 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
27 km/h16 mph
262 mm10.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
29 km/h18 mph
180 mm7.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
24 km/h15 mph
271 mm10.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
21 km/h13 mph
306 mm12.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
19 km/h12 mph
388 mm15.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
26 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
295 mm11.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
26 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
328 mm12.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
272 mm10.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
239 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
27 °C80 °F
29 °C84 °F
14 km/h8 mph
261 mm10.3 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
27 °C80 °F
29 °C83 °F
17 km/h11 mph
276 mm10.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
23 km/h15 mph
335 mm13.2 in
0 cm0 in