Climate Insights for Auki
Malaita, Solomon Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Auki is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 4,165 mm of precipitation falls per year. Auki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Auki sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Auki is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 164 in of precipitation falls per year. Auki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Auki sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Auki has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Auki has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 76°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Auki is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,165 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 347 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 476 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 232 mm. That's 244 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Auki is a very wet location, receiving approximately 164 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13.7 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 18.7 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 9.1 in. That's 9.6 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Auki is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Auki is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Auki 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 Auki 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.