Climate Insights for Hihifo

Vahe Lifuka, Haʻapai, Tonga

Hottest
February
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
August
23°C low73°F low
Wettest
February
353 mm rain13.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Hihifo is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,076 mm of precipitation falls per year. Hihifo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hihifo 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Hihifo is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 81.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Hihifo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hihifo 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 73°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 27°Min: 26°FebMax: 28°Average: 27°Min: 26°MarMax: 27°Average: 27°Min: 26°AprMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 26°MayMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 25°JunMax: 25°Average: 25°Min: 24°JulMax: 24°Average: 24°Min: 23°AugMax: 24°Average: 23°Min: 23°SepMax: 24°Average: 24°Min: 23°OctMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 24°NovMax: 26°Average: 25°Min: 25°DecMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 80°FMin: 79°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 80°FMin: 79°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 80°FMin: 79°FAprMax: 80°FAverage: 79°FMin: 78°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 78°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 76°FMin: 75°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 74°FMin: 73°FSepMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FOctMax: 77°FAverage: 76°FMin: 75°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 77°FMin: 76°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 79°FMin: 78°F
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Hihifo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.Hihifo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 73°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 285mmFebPrecipitation: 353mmMarPrecipitation: 282mmAprPrecipitation: 188mmMayPrecipitation: 172mmJunPrecipitation: 132mmJulPrecipitation: 99mmAugPrecipitation: 90mmSepPrecipitation: 65mmOctPrecipitation: 114mmNovPrecipitation: 121mmDecPrecipitation: 177mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 11.2inFebPrecipitation: 13.9inMarPrecipitation: 11.1inAprPrecipitation: 7.4inMayPrecipitation: 6.8inJunPrecipitation: 5.2inJulPrecipitation: 3.9inAugPrecipitation: 3.5inSepPrecipitation: 2.6inOctPrecipitation: 4.5inNovPrecipitation: 4.8inDecPrecipitation: 7in
Precipitation

Hihifo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,076 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 173 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 353 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 65 mm. That's 288 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Hihifo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 81.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.8 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 13.9 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.6 in. That's 11.3 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 21km/hFebWind Speed: 24km/hMarWind Speed: 20km/hAprWind Speed: 25km/hMayWind Speed: 26km/hJunWind Speed: 25km/hJulWind Speed: 26km/hAugWind Speed: 25km/hSepWind Speed: 26km/hOctWind Speed: 26km/hNovWind Speed: 23km/hDecWind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13mphFebWind Speed: 15mphMarWind Speed: 12mphAprWind Speed: 15mphMayWind Speed: 16mphJunWind Speed: 16mphJulWind Speed: 16mphAugWind Speed: 16mphSepWind Speed: 16mphOctWind Speed: 16mphNovWind Speed: 14mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Hihifo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 20km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/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 26km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 24km/h in autumn.Hihifo is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 15mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph 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, 16mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 15mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°80°F
Feb27°80°F
Mar27°80°F
Apr26°79°F
May25°78°F
Jun25°76°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug23°74°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec26°79°F

The best time to visit Hihifo is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 84 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Hihifo is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hihifo 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 Hihifo 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
26 °C79 °F
27 °C81 °F
21 km/h13 mph
285 mm11.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C79 °F
28 °C82 °F
24 km/h15 mph
353 mm13.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C79 °F
27 °C81 °F
20 km/h12 mph
282 mm11.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
26 °C78 °F
27 °C80 °F
25 km/h15 mph
188 mm7.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
26 °C79 °F
26 km/h16 mph
172 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
24 °C75 °F
25 °C77 °F
25 km/h16 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
23 °C74 °F
24 °C76 °F
26 km/h16 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C73 °F
24 °C75 °F
25 km/h16 mph
90 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C74 °F
24 °C76 °F
26 km/h16 mph
65 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C75 °F
25 °C77 °F
26 km/h16 mph
114 mm4.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C76 °F
26 °C78 °F
23 km/h14 mph
121 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C78 °F
27 °C80 °F
22 km/h14 mph
177 mm7 in
0 cm0 in