Climate Insights for Ortum

The climate in Ortum is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 2849mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 570mm of rainfall. Ortum sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ortum sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Ortum is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2849mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 237mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 570mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 26mm. That's 544mm 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.

Ortum is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.

It is currently autumn in Ortum, which began on September 23, 2026. Ortum 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Ortum is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 46mm per month. 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 Ortum 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.