Climate Insights for Bonala
South Savo, Central Province, Solomon Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Bonala is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4,063 mm of precipitation falls per year. Bonala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bonala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bonala is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 160 in of precipitation falls per year. Bonala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bonala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bonala 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.Bonala 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 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bonala is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,063 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 339 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 511 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 222 mm. That's 289 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.Bonala is a very wet location, receiving approximately 160 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 20.1 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8.7 in. That's 11.4 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
Bonala is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 19km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Bonala is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect 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 6mph 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 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bonala 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 Bonala 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.