Climate Insights for Kanton Airport

Kanton, Phoenix Islands, Kiribati

Hottest
May
28°C peak
Coldest
March
27°C low
Wettest
February
110mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kanton Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 738mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 110mm of rainfall. Kanton Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Dec Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27°
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Kanton Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 1°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 27°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 64mm Feb Precipitation: 110mm Mar Precipitation: 85mm Apr Precipitation: 106mm May Precipitation: 68mm Jun Precipitation: 57mm Jul Precipitation: 86mm Aug Precipitation: 52mm Sep Precipitation: 30mm Oct Precipitation: 23mm Nov Precipitation: 21mm Dec Precipitation: 35mm
Precipitation

Kanton Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 738mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 110mm of rainfall. April and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 21mm. That's 89mm less than February, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 24km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 21km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 20km/h Jul Wind Speed: 24km/h Aug Wind Speed: 23km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 22km/h Nov Wind Speed: 21km/h Dec Wind Speed: 23km/h
Wind Speed

Kanton Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kanton Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Kanton Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 27°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 75mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 259mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 195mm for the season, averaging 65mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kanton Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
110 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
85 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
68 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
86 mm
0 cm
Aug
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
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