When to Funafuti
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January marks the peak of the wet season with the highest rainfall of the year at 16.3 inches. Despite frequent showers, temperatures remain pleasant with highs of 87°F and warm nights at 78°F. The consistent humidity and regular precipitation create lush tropical conditions.
February
February continues the wet season pattern with substantial rainfall of 13.8 inches and slightly warmer days reaching 88°F. The frequent tropical showers provide relief from the heat, while nights remain comfortably warm at 78°F. High humidity persists throughout the month.
March
March maintains wet season conditions with 13.9 inches of rainfall and consistent temperatures. Days warm to 88°F while nights stay at 78°F, creating ideal tropical conditions despite the regular precipitation. The month represents the transition period toward drier weather.
April
April begins the transition to drier conditions with rainfall decreasing to 10.8 inches. Temperatures remain stable with highs of 88°F and lows of 79°F, while humidity stays consistent. This marks the beginning of more favorable weather conditions for outdoor activities.
May
May offers increasingly pleasant conditions with rainfall dropping to 9.5 inches and stable temperatures of 88°F during the day and 79°F at night. The reduced precipitation makes it an excellent time for beach activities and exploring the atoll. Humidity remains at comfortable levels.
June
June represents one of the driest months with only 8.5 inches of rainfall and ideal temperatures reaching 88°F during the day and 79°F at night. The reduced precipitation and consistent weather make it perfect for all outdoor activities and water sports.
July
July continues the dry season with moderate rainfall of 9.6 inches and slightly cooler highs of 87°F. Night temperatures remain warm at 79°F, creating comfortable conditions for evening activities. The weather remains ideal for tourism and outdoor exploration.
August
August maintains dry season conditions with 10.0 inches of rainfall and pleasant temperatures of 87°F during the day and 78°F at night. The moderate precipitation and stable weather patterns make it excellent for beach activities and cultural exploration.
September
September offers the driest conditions of the year with only 8.1 inches of rainfall and warm temperatures reaching 88°F during the day and 78°F at night. The minimal precipitation and consistent weather create optimal conditions for all tourist activities.
October
October marks the beginning of the transition back to wetter conditions with rainfall increasing to 10.0 inches. Temperatures remain consistent at 88°F during the day and 78°F at night. The weather remains favorable for most activities despite the gradual increase in precipitation.
November
November continues the transition toward the wet season with 10.1 inches of rainfall and the warmest temperatures of the year at 89°F during the day and 78°F at night. The increasing precipitation signals the approach of the wetter months ahead.
December
December ushers in the wet season with increased rainfall of 13.1 inches and temperatures of 88°F during the day and 78°F at night. The higher precipitation and consistent humidity mark the return of typical wet season tropical conditions.