Climate Insights for Manatutu

The climate in Manatutu is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1513mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 295mm of rainfall. Manatutu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Manatutu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 32°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Manatutu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1513mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 295mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 9mm. That's 286mm 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.

Manatutu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Manatutu, which began on June 21, 2026. Manatutu sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 20°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

The best time to visit Manatutu is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 33mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Manatutu 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.