Climate Insights for Falehavaiki
Polynesian Triangle, Niue
Climate Overview
The climate in Falehavaiki is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,986 mm of precipitation falls per year. Falehavaiki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Falehavaiki 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: March, February, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Falehavaiki is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 78.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Falehavaiki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Falehavaiki 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: March, February, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 74°F.
Temperature
Falehavaiki has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.Falehavaiki has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Falehavaiki is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,986 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 166 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 313 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 85 mm. That's 228 mm 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.Falehavaiki is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 78.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 3.3 in. That's 9 in 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
Falehavaiki 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 October, averaging 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/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 26km/h in winter, 26km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.Falehavaiki 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 October, averaging 17mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph 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 16mph in winter, 16mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 14mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Falehavaiki is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 92 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Falehavaiki is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.6 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Falehavaiki 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 Falehavaiki 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.