Climate Insights for Makutano

The climate in Makutano is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1943mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 249mm of rainfall. Makutano sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Makutano sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Makutano is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1943mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 162mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 249mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 23mm. That's 226mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Makutano is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Makutano, which began on March 20, 2026. Makutano sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Makutano is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 42mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 14°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Makutano 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.