Climate Insights for Nela
Luva Station Ward, Temotu, Solomon Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Nela is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3,657 mm of precipitation falls per year. Nela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nela is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, March, April. The coldest months are August, September, October, when temperatures can drop to 26°C.The climate in Nela is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 144 in of precipitation falls per year. Nela receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nela is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, March, April. The coldest months are August, September, October, when temperatures can drop to 79°F.
Temperature
Nela has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°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.Nela has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 83°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
Nela is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,657 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 305 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 425 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 222 mm. That's 204 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.Nela is a very wet location, receiving approximately 144 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 16.7 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 8.7 in. That's 8 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
Nela is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 12km/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, 18km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.Nela is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 17mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7mph 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 16mph in winter, 13mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nela 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 Nela 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.