Climate Insights for Kaghau Island Airport

Choiseul, Solomon Islands

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
26°C low
Wettest
August
472mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kaghau Island Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4444mm of precipitation falls per year. Kaghau Island Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kaghau Island Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 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: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 28° 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: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27°
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Kaghau Island 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 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 306mm Feb Precipitation: 324mm Mar Precipitation: 380mm Apr Precipitation: 370mm May Precipitation: 345mm Jun Precipitation: 399mm Jul Precipitation: 467mm Aug Precipitation: 472mm Sep Precipitation: 386mm Oct Precipitation: 314mm Nov Precipitation: 323mm Dec Precipitation: 359mm
Precipitation

Kaghau Island Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4444mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 370mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 472mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 306mm. That's 166mm less than August, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 15km/h Feb Wind Speed: 18km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 20km/h Aug Wind Speed: 20km/h Sep Wind Speed: 20km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Kaghau Island Airport 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 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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, 15km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kaghau Island Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Kaghau Island 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. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1023mm across the season with a monthly average of 341mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/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 989mm across the season with a monthly average of 330mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1095mm across the season with a monthly average of 365mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 1338mm across the season with a monthly average of 446mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/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 Kaghau Island 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
15 km/h
306 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
324 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
380 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
370 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
345 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
399 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
467 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
472 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
26 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
386 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
314 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
323 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
29 °C
13 km/h
359 mm
0 cm
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