Climate Overview
The climate in La Foa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1174mm of precipitation falls per year. La Foa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. La Foa is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.
Temperature
La Foa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 29°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
La Foa is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1174mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 98mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 182mm of rainfall. April and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 37mm. That's 144mm less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
La Foa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in La Foa, which began on September 23, 2026. La Foa is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (88 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 18 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 22 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 485mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 20 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 355mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 17 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 155mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit La Foa is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 57mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for La Foa 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.
