Climate Insights for Nanumea
Polynesian Triangle, Tuvalu
Climate Overview
The climate in Nanumea is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,236 mm of precipitation falls per year. Nanumea receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nanumea sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nanumea is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 88 in of precipitation falls per year. Nanumea receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nanumea sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Nanumea has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 2°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 27°C and an average of 28°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Nanumea has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 80°F and an average of 82°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Nanumea is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,236 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 310 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 109 mm. That's 201 mm less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Nanumea is a very wet location, receiving approximately 88 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 12.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 4.3 in. That's 7.9 in less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Nanumea is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 22km/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 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Nanumea is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, 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 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nanumea 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 Nanumea 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.