Climate Insights for Baur'patu
North Kolombangara, Western, Solomon Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Baur'patu is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,851 mm of precipitation falls per year. Baur'patu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baur'patu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Baur'patu is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 151.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Baur'patu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baur'patu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Baur'patu 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.Baur'patu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Baur'patu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,851 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 321 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 360 mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 259 mm. That's 101 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Baur'patu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 151.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12.6 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 14.2 in of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 10.2 in. That's 4 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Baur'patu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Baur'patu 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 July, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 4mph 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baur'patu 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 Baur'patu 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.