Climate of Pohnpei State, Micronesia
Area-weighted average across Pohnpei State. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Pohnpei State, a subdivision of Micronesia, Federated States of, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 26.4°C / 79.5°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in March, with rainfall from 251 mm / 9.9 in to 471 mm / 18.5 in depending on the season (4581 mm / 180.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 312 mm12.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.6°C79.9°F | 251 mm9.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.8°C80.2°F | 342 mm13.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.7°C80.1°F | 395 mm15.6″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.8°C80.2°F | 471 mm18.5″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.6°C79.9°F | 432 mm17″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.4°C79.5°F | 423 mm16.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.4°C79.5°F | 413 mm16.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.5°C79.7°F | 376 mm14.8″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.4°C79.5°F | 398 mm15.7″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.5°C79.7°F | 367 mm14.4″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.6°C79.9°F | 401 mm15.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Pohnpei State?
Pohnpei State, Micronesia, Federated States of does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is February at 251 mm / 9.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Pohnpei State?
Pohnpei State, Micronesia, Federated States of has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 26.4°C / 79.5°F in July to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 4581 mm / 180.4 in, with the wettest month being May (471 mm / 18.5 in) and the driest February (251 mm / 9.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Pohnpei State?
The hottest month in Pohnpei State is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Pohnpei State?
The coldest month in Pohnpei State is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.4°C / 79.5°F.
When does it rain most in Pohnpei State?
The wettest month in Pohnpei State is May, averaging about 471 mm / 18.5 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 251 mm / 9.9 in.