Climate Insights for Winsao
Sanma, Vanuatu
Climate Overview
The climate in Winsao is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,816 mm of precipitation falls per year. Winsao receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Winsao 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, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Winsao is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 110.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Winsao receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Winsao 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, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.
Temperature
Winsao has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Winsao has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Winsao is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,816 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 235 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 455 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 76 mm. That's 379 mm less than March, 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.Winsao is a very wet location, receiving approximately 110.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 17.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 in. That's 14.9 in less than March, 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
Winsao is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Winsao is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Winsao is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. By contrast, January 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 Winsao is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January 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 Winsao 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 Winsao 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.