Climate Insights for Jelter
Ratak Chain, Marshall Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Jelter is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,348 mm of precipitation falls per year. Jelter receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Jelter sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Jelter is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 131.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Jelter receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Jelter sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Jelter has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September 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.Jelter has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Jelter is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,348 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 279 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 355 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 147 mm. That's 208 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Jelter is a very wet location, receiving approximately 131.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 14 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 5.8 in. That's 8.2 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Jelter is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/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 32km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 16km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 30km/h in winter, 27km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Jelter is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 20mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19mph in winter, 17mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jelter 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 Jelter 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.