Climate in Marshall Islands

Marshall Islands has a highly diverse climate, with major differences between regions. Annual temperatures range from lows of -3°C in the coldest regions to highs of 33°C in the warmest areas. Precipitation is relatively consistent across the country, ranging between 233mm and 338mm annually. Some regions receive significant snowfall, with up to 169cm annually, while other areas see little to none. The warmest areas are warm year-round while the coldest regions remain cold, making Marshall Islands a country of sharp climate contrasts.

Temperature patterns across Marshall Islands vary by region, with distinct differences between areas. The Central is the warmest part of the country, with peak temperatures reaching 33°C and an annual average of 18°C. Cooler conditions are found in the Central, where winter lows drop to -3°C and an annual average of 2°C. This 17°C difference in annual averages between regions means travellers can experience vastly different conditions depending on which part of Marshall Islands they visit. Regional temperature differences remain relatively consistent across seasons, with around 17°C of variation in both summer and winter. For example, Ebaye in the Kwajalein Atoll averages 18°C annually, while Jabor in the Jaluit Atoll averages 2°C.

Precipitation across Marshall Islands is moderately consistent, with regional totals ranging between 233mm and 338mm annually. The Central receives the most rainfall, at approximately 338mm annually. The Central is the driest, with around 233mm per year. Precipitation tends to be somewhat heavier in summer across most regions, though rain falls year-round. The Central sees the most snowfall, with up to 169cm annually, while other parts of the country receive little to none. Visitors heading to wetter areas can expect more frequent rain than those staying in drier parts of the country.