Climate Insights for Makin
Gilbert Islands, Kiribati
Climate Overview
The climate in Makin is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,716 mm of precipitation falls per year. Makin receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Makin sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Makin is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 106.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Makin receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Makin sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Makin has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. March 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.Makin has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. March 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
Makin is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,716 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 226 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 333 mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 104 mm. That's 229 mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Makin is a very wet location, receiving approximately 106.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 13.1 in of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 4.1 in. That's 9 in less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Makin is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/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 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 23km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Makin 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 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph 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 14mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Makin 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 Makin 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.