Climate Insights for Funafala
Polynesian Triangle, Tuvalu
Climate Overview
The climate in Funafala is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3,076 mm of precipitation falls per year. Funafala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Funafala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Funafala is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 121.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Funafala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Funafala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Funafala 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.Funafala has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August 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
Funafala is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,076 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 256 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 464 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 195 mm. That's 269 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.Funafala is a very wet location, receiving approximately 121.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.1 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 18.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 7.7 in. That's 10.6 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
Funafala is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 19km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Funafala is moderately 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 July, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Funafala 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 Funafala 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.