Climate of Ratak Chain, Marshall Islands
Area-weighted average across Ratak Chain. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ratak Chain, a subdivision of Marshall Islands, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 27.3°C / 81.1°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in September, with rainfall from 175 mm / 6.9 in to 330 mm / 13 in depending on the season (3243 mm / 127.7 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 | 27.3°C81.1°F | 196 mm7.7″ | Tropical |
| February | 27.4°C81.3°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.5°C81.5°F | 203 mm8″ | Tropical |
| April | 27.5°C81.5°F | 282 mm11.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 27.6°C81.7°F | 295 mm11.6″ | Tropical |
| June | 27.6°C81.7°F | 277 mm10.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.5°C81.5°F | 305 mm12″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.7°C81.9°F | 296 mm11.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.8°C82°F | 294 mm11.6″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.8°C82°F | 330 mm13″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.7°C81.9°F | 308 mm12.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 27.4°C81.3°F | 282 mm11.1″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ratak Chain?
Ratak Chain, Marshall Islands does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is September at 27.8°C / 82°F, and the driest is February at 175 mm / 6.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Ratak Chain?
Ratak Chain, Marshall Islands has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 27.3°C / 81.1°F in January to 27.8°C / 82°F in September. Annual rainfall averages about 3243 mm / 127.7 in, with the wettest month being October (330 mm / 13 in) and the driest February (175 mm / 6.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ratak Chain?
The hottest month in Ratak Chain is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.8°C / 82°F.
What is the coldest month in Ratak Chain?
The coldest month in Ratak Chain is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.3°C / 81.1°F.
When does it rain most in Ratak Chain?
The wettest month in Ratak Chain is October, averaging about 330 mm / 13 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 175 mm / 6.9 in.