Climate Insights for Barakoma Airport

, Western Province, Solomon Islands

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
26°C low
Wettest
February
414mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Barakoma Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4175mm of precipitation falls per year. Barakoma Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barakoma Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27°
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Barakoma Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August 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.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 364mm Feb Precipitation: 414mm Mar Precipitation: 373mm Apr Precipitation: 367mm May Precipitation: 390mm Jun Precipitation: 311mm Jul Precipitation: 365mm Aug Precipitation: 342mm Sep Precipitation: 302mm Oct Precipitation: 263mm Nov Precipitation: 297mm Dec Precipitation: 387mm
Precipitation

Barakoma Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4175mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 348mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 414mm of rainfall. May and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 263mm. That's 151mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 20km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 18km/h Apr Wind Speed: 18km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 24km/h Jul Wind Speed: 27km/h Aug Wind Speed: 27km/h Sep Wind Speed: 26km/h Oct Wind Speed: 21km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Barakoma Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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, 22km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Barakoma Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Barakoma Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 26°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 862mm across the season with a monthly average of 287mm. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1165mm across the season with a monthly average of 388mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1130mm across the season with a monthly average of 377mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1018mm across the season with a monthly average of 339mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barakoma Airport 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
27 °C
29 °C
20 km/h
364 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
414 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
367 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
311 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
365 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
27 °C
27 km/h
342 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
302 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
263 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
297 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
387 mm
0 cm
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