AI-generatedPalikir at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – May
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,220 h
- Rain a year
- 3,379 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+11
- Elevation
- 90 m
Climate in Palikir
Palikir has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,220 hours of sunshine a year, Palikir is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 6.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Palikir
The best time to visit Palikir is from December to May. The sea reaches 29.7 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is July with 327 mm of precipitation.
Palikir through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Palikir in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 73 rainy days in all
Palikir in summer
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 83 rainy days in all
Palikir in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 31–32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 80 rainy days in all
Palikir in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 30–31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 65 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: December – May
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:1418:12
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:01–06:41 · evening 17:44–18:25
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:53–06:01 · evening 18:25–18:33
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Palikir compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 11.9 h |
What is the weather like in Palikir in October?
In October, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 314 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 59 min06:14 – 18:12
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 77 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 31 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+11offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %41 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %45 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Palikir
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Palikir: score 41 against 30. In January, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in January. January has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 41better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 24° |
| Sea | 29.7° | 28.8° |
| Sunshine | 5.7 h | 6.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 27 | 22better |
| Rainfall | 314 mm | 225 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Palikir month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
41January30° · Sea 29° · 6.4 h
In January, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 225 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in January40February31° · Sea 29° · 6.5 h
In February, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 19 days, adding up to 191 mm. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in February39March31° · Sea 29° · 6.5 h
In March, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 228 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in March37April31° · Sea 29° · 6.1 h
In April, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 281 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in April36May31° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In May, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 325 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in May35June31° · Sea 29° · 6.1 h
In June, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 304 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in June33July31° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In July, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 327 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in July31August32° · Sea 30° · 6.2 h
In August, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 297 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in August30September32° · Sea 30° · 6.0 h
In September, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 286 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in September30October32° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In October, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 314 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in October32November31° · Sea 30° · 5.6 h
In November, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 313 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir.
Palikir in November37December31° · Sea 29° · 6.0 h
In December, Palikir is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 289 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palikir – and yet one of the best months here.
Palikir in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Palikir
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in September (23°), the warmest in February (24°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 41 | 30° | 24° | 28.8° | 6.4 h | 22 | 225 |
| FebruaryFeb | 40 | 31° | 24° | 28.6° | 6.5 h | 19 | 191 |
| MarchMar | 39 | 31° | 24° | 28.8° | 6.5 h | 22 | 228 |
| AprilApr | 37 | 31° | 24° | 29.0° | 6.1 h | 25 | 281 |
| MayMay | 36 | 31° | 24° | 29.1° | 5.8 h | 27 | 325 |
| JuneJun | 35 | 31° | 24° | 29.3° | 6.1 h | 27 | 304 |
| JulyJul | 33 | 31° | 23° | 29.3° | 6.0 h | 29 | 327 |
| AugustAug | 31 | 32° | 23° | 29.6° | 6.2 h | 27 | 297 |
| SeptemberSep | 30 | 32° | 23° | 29.7° | 6.0 h | 27 | 286 |
| OctoberOct | 30 | 32° | 23° | 29.7° | 5.7 h | 27 | 314 |
| NovemberNov | 32 | 31° | 23° | 29.5° | 5.6 h | 26 | 313 |
| DecemberDec | 37 | 31° | 24° | 29.1° | 6.0 h | 25 | 289 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
6.92° N, 158.16° E · 90 m · Pacific/Pohnpei
Sea temperature in Palikir
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.1 – 30.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Palikir ranges from 28.6 °C in February to 29.7 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 29.1 and 30.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.2° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.8° | 28.2° | 29.3° | warm |
| AprilApr | 29.0° | 28.7° | 29.4° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.5° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.7° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.9° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.6° | 29.0° | 30.1° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.7° | 29.1° | 30.2° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.7° | 29.1° | 30.3° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.5° | 29.2° | 30.0° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 29.1° | 28.7° | 29.5° | very warm |
Sunshine hours in Palikir
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.7 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Palikir, 48 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Palikir: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Palikir has about 27 rainy days with 314 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Palikir
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in April (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Palikir
How breezy and how cloudy Palikir is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Palikir typically peaks at 21 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 77 % of the sky over Palikir: mostly cloudy, with about 5.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Palikir
How often the day gets hot in Palikir (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, it is hot in Palikir every day, with an average daytime high of 32 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Palikir
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Palikir in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Palikir has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 39) and its weakest during October half-term (score 30).
- 38
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 36
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 32
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 30
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 39
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
PoorBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 16 h 25 min
- Distance
- 13,210 km
- Time zone
- UTC+11
- Jet lag
- About 10 days (10 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Palikir vs Kolonia
In October the holiday weather in Palikir and Kolonia is about equally good (score 30 vs 29). During the day it is about as warm in Kolonia as in Palikir. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Palikir | Kolonia |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 30 | 29 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 30° | 30° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 27 | 27 |
| Best time | Dec – May | All year |
Through the year
Micronesia in October: the best places
In October, Palikir ranks 2 of 2 destinations in this country.
- Kolonia32°30°63
- 2PalikirThis page32°30°30
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Frequently asked questions about Palikir
When is the best time to visit Palikir?
The best time to visit Palikir is from December to May. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Palikir?
The sea temperature in Palikir ranges from 28.6 °C in February to 29.7 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Palikir in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.7 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Palikir?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Palikir?
The wettest month is July with 327 mm of precipitation. The driest month is February with 191 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Palikir get?
Palikir gets around 2,220 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 6.5 hours a day; in November there are 5.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Palikir in?
Palikir is on UTC+11 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Palikir?
A nonstop flight from London to Palikir takes about 16 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 13,210 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Palikir?
Palikir has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 39) and its weakest during October half-term (score 30). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 38, May half-term 36, summer holidays 32, October half-term 30, Christmas holidays 39.