Climate Insights for Melieli
Sonsorol, Palau
Climate Overview
The climate in Melieli is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,908 mm of precipitation falls per year. Melieli receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Melieli sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Melieli is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 114.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Melieli receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Melieli sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Melieli has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. February 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.Melieli has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. February 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
Melieli is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,908 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 242 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 317 mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 191 mm. That's 125 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Melieli is a very wet location, receiving approximately 114.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.5 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 12.5 in of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 7.5 in. That's 4.9 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Melieli is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/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 17km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Melieli is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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 11mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Melieli 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 Melieli 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.