Climate of Makira-Ulawa, Solomon Islands
Area-weighted average across Makira-Ulawa. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Makira-Ulawa, a subdivision of Solomon Islands, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August to 25.7°C / 78.3°F in January, with rainfall from 241 mm / 9.5 in to 369 mm / 14.5 in depending on the season (3514 mm / 138.3 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.7°C78.3°F | 359 mm14.1″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.6°C78.1°F | 369 mm14.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.5°C77.9°F | 342 mm13.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.4°C77.7°F | 290 mm11.4″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.2°C77.4°F | 269 mm10.6″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 243 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.4°C75.9°F | 302 mm11.9″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.3°C75.7°F | 309 mm12.2″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.7°C76.5°F | 267 mm10.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.1°C77.2°F | 241 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.4°C77.7°F | 243 mm9.6″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.7°C78.3°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Makira-Ulawa?
Makira-Ulawa, Solomon Islands does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 25.7°C / 78.3°F, and the driest is October at 241 mm / 9.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Makira-Ulawa?
Makira-Ulawa, Solomon Islands has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August to 25.7°C / 78.3°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 3514 mm / 138.3 in, with the wettest month being February (369 mm / 14.5 in) and the driest October (241 mm / 9.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Makira-Ulawa?
The hottest month in Makira-Ulawa is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.7°C / 78.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Makira-Ulawa?
The coldest month in Makira-Ulawa is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.3°C / 75.7°F.
When does it rain most in Makira-Ulawa?
The wettest month in Makira-Ulawa is February, averaging about 369 mm / 14.5 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 241 mm / 9.5 in.