Climate Insights for Nukunonu

Polynesian Triangle, Tokelau

Hottest
April
29°C peak83°F peak
Coldest
September
26°C low79°F low
Wettest
February
359 mm rain14.2 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Nukunonu is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,579 mm of precipitation falls per year. Nukunonu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nukunonu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nukunonu is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 101.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Nukunonu receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nukunonu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°FebMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°MarMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°AprMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 27°MayMax: 29°Average: 28°Min: 27°JunMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°JulMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 27°AugMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°SepMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°OctMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°NovMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 27°DecMax: 28°Average: 28°Min: 27°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FMayMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°FJulMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FOctMax: 82°FAverage: 81°FMin: 79°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 81°FMin: 80°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 82°FMin: 80°F
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Nukunonu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. September 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.Nukunonu has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. September 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

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 267mmFebPrecipitation: 359mmMarPrecipitation: 172mmAprPrecipitation: 240mmMayPrecipitation: 195mmJunPrecipitation: 183mmJulPrecipitation: 159mmAugPrecipitation: 164mmSepPrecipitation: 191mmOctPrecipitation: 215mmNovPrecipitation: 168mmDecPrecipitation: 265mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 10.5inFebPrecipitation: 14.2inMarPrecipitation: 6.8inAprPrecipitation: 9.4inMayPrecipitation: 7.7inJunPrecipitation: 7.2inJulPrecipitation: 6.3inAugPrecipitation: 6.4inSepPrecipitation: 7.5inOctPrecipitation: 8.5inNovPrecipitation: 6.6inDecPrecipitation: 10.5in
Precipitation

Nukunonu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,579 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 215 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 359 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 159 mm. That's 200 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.Nukunonu is a very wet location, receiving approximately 101.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 14.1 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6.3 in. That's 7.9 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 19km/hFebWind Speed: 22km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 18km/hJunWind Speed: 20km/hJulWind Speed: 24km/hAugWind Speed: 24km/hSepWind Speed: 23km/hOctWind Speed: 20km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12mphFebWind Speed: 14mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 11mphJunWind Speed: 12mphJulWind Speed: 15mphAugWind Speed: 15mphSepWind Speed: 14mphOctWind Speed: 12mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 12mph
Wind Speed

Nukunonu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 16km/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 22km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Nukunonu is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 5mph 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 14mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 11mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nukunonu 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 Nukunonu 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
19 km/h12 mph
267 mm10.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
22 km/h14 mph
359 mm14.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
17 km/h10 mph
172 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
27 °C80 °F
29 °C83 °F
16 km/h10 mph
240 mm9.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
27 °C80 °F
29 °C83 °F
18 km/h11 mph
195 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
20 km/h12 mph
183 mm7.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
24 km/h15 mph
159 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
26 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
24 km/h15 mph
164 mm6.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
26 °C79 °F
28 °C82 °F
23 km/h14 mph
191 mm7.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
26 °C79 °F
28 °C82 °F
20 km/h12 mph
215 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
17 km/h10 mph
168 mm6.6 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
27 °C80 °F
28 °C83 °F
19 km/h12 mph
265 mm10.5 in
0 cm0 in