Climate Insights for Kaghau Island Airport

, Choiseul, Solomon Islands

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
26°C low
Wettest
July
461mm 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 4390mm 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

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: 326mm Feb Precipitation: 379mm Mar Precipitation: 398mm Apr Precipitation: 344mm May Precipitation: 339mm Jun Precipitation: 364mm Jul Precipitation: 461mm Aug Precipitation: 454mm Sep Precipitation: 343mm Oct Precipitation: 289mm Nov Precipitation: 315mm Dec Precipitation: 378mm
Precipitation

Kaghau Island Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4390mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 366mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 461mm of rainfall. August and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 289mm. That's 172mm less than July, 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: 21km/h Feb Wind Speed: 24km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 21km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 26km/h Aug Wind Speed: 26km/h Sep Wind Speed: 26km/h Oct Wind Speed: 21km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Kaghau Island 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 July, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h 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 25km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

90 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kaghau Island Airport, which began on March 20, 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. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 947mm across the season with a monthly average of 316mm. 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 1084mm across the season with a monthly average of 361mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1081mm across the season with a monthly average of 360mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/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 1279mm across the season with a monthly average of 426mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/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
21 km/h
326 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
29 °C
24 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
398 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
344 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
339 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
364 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
461 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
454 mm
0 cm
Sep
26 °C
28 °C
26 km/h
343 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
289 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
315 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
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