The climate of Palauli
Situated in the beautiful Samoan region,
Palauli enjoys a tropical rainforest climate, defined in the Köppen climate classification as Af. This climate type is notorious for its high humidity levels, persistent rainfall, and consistently warm temperatures year-round.
In Palauli, monthly average temperatures observe a slight oscillation between 26°C (78.8°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F) throughout the year. Highs hover around 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 28.7°C (83.7°F), with lows ranging between 26°C (78.8°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F). Relative humidity, another significant feature of this climate, sticks in the band of 75% to 78%, keeping the air noticeably laden with moisture most of the year.
Rain is a regular companion for Palauli dwellers, with every month receiving considerable amounts of rainfall. The monthly average ranges from 57mm (2.24") to 175mm (6.89"), indicating seldom dry spells. What's interesting is the cloud coverage - it averages around 44% throughout the year, allowing an average daylight duration from 11.3h to 12.9h.
The prevalent wind speed varies from 14.8km/h (9.2mph) to 24.7km/h (15.3mph), which means there's usually a light breeze to accompany the warm weather. It may be worth noting that the UV index consistently measures seven, translating to high exposure levels.
The best time to visit Palauli
Taking into account various climate parameters, the best periods to visit
Palauli are
April and
May, along with
November and
December. During these months, temperatures exhibit moderate warmth with average highs below 29°C (84.2°F), and average low temperatures tend to stay above 26.7°C (80.1°F). These months also witness slightly lesser than average rainfall with a relatively lower frequency of precipitation days. Be ready for a high UV index during these months, so carrying sunscreen might be in your best interest.
The worst time to visit Palauli
Contrarily, the worst period to visit
Palauli would ideally be
February when the rainfall increases significantly, reaching up to 155mm (6.1"). Not only is the monthly average high temperature relatively hot at 28.4°C (83.1°F), but humidity is also high around 77%. Wind speeds too show an upturn, averaging around 19km/h (11.8mph), potentially reducing the overall comfort level. If staying dry is high on your list, this would not be the ideal period to plan a visit.
Spring weather in Palauli
Spring, typically extending from
March to
May, is subtly warm and wet in
Palauli, featuring high temperatures between 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F) and low temperatures from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). Rainfall varies between 73mm (2.87") and 118mm (4.65") over these months, with an increased total of precipitation days, especially in the latter part of Spring.
Summer weather in Palauli
Marked by
June,
July, and
August, Summer in
Palauli presents mildly lower temperatures ranging from 27.5°C (81.5°F) to 27.3°C (81.1°F) and minimums lying between 26.2°C (79.2°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F). However, rainfall shows a bit of fluctuation in this season, ranging from a lower 84mm (3.31") in August to a substantial 146mm (5.75") in June. Humidity reaches its peak, averaging around 78%. Despite this, the position of Palauli ensures sustained daylight hours between 11.3 to 11.7h.
Autumn weather in Palauli
Autumn breezes in during
September,
October, and
November with a distinct moderate warmth, characterized by high temperatures between 27.8°C (82°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F) and lows from 26.7°C (80.1°F) to 27.2°C (81°F). Similar to Spring, rainfall levels oscillate from 57mm (2.24") in September to 115mm (4.53") in October. In terms of daylight, hours gradually increase from 12h to 12.8h through the season.
Winter weather in Palauli
December signals the onset of winter, a season that extends through
January and
February. Characterized by high temperatures between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F) and lows lying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F), these months essentially continue the trend of warmth. While rainfall drops slightly to an average of 162mm (6.38") in December, it subsequently increases to 175mm (6.89") and 155mm (6.1") in January and February, respectively.
Weather in January
Starting the year,
Palauli,
Samoa experiences tropic weather, characterized by high temperatures and significant rainfall. The climate in
January shows similarities to the coming month,
February, with just slight drops in temperature and decrease in humidity, making these months comparable.
Weather in January »Weather in February
The weather in
February closely mirrors
January's climate, but with a slight decrease in rainfall and marginally lower temperatures. As the month progresses, rainfall reduces to 155mm (6.1") compared to the previous month, marking the beginning of a drier season.
Weather in February »Weather in March
A notable change of weather patterns is evident in
March, as the rainfall further decreases to 73mm (2.87") and temperatures experience slight drops. With less rainfall, the migration towards drier season continues, but the character of tropical climate remains.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April brings continuance of the tropical weather, albeit slightly cooler than the previous month, with subtle decreases in sunshine hours. While it's not the driest month of the year, rainfall decreases to 124mm (4.88") from
March levels.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May ushers in an extended period of the slightly cooler climate, characterized by decreased temperatures and lower rainfall. Minor dips in temperature can be observed from the previous month, matching well into the climatic trend going into
June.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June continues the trend of slightly cooler and less rainy conditions noted in
May. Similar weather patterns can be expected going into
July with minor dips in temperature and rainfall. Although the month sees a decrease in sunshine hours compared to May, daylight hours remain fairly consistent.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Palauli, brings in more winds, providing significant relief from the persistent tropical heat. With the hottest months behind us, July ushers in the phase of the year with the lowest average temperatures, settling at 27.3°C (81.1°F).
Weather in July » Weather in August
August sees the continuation of the windy weather that began in
July, bringing with it a much-appreciated reprieve from the heat. Temperatures remain at their lowest during August, maintaining the cool trend from the previous month.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September weather in
Palauli begins to show signs of the impending warmer months, marking a gradual increase in temperatures from the previous month. The rainfall reaches its lowest annual average, at 57mm (2.24"), setting the stage for the drier season.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October maintains the dry trend set in
September, with just slightly increased rainfall and a gradual warm-up in temperatures. Compared to the previous month, October sees slightly more rainfall, having an average of 115mm (4.53") for the month.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November indicates the onset of the warmer season in
Palauli, and rising temperatures confirm this trend. The month experiences a gradual rise in rainfall from
October levels but remains relatively dry, preparing for an increase in
December.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Wrapping up the year,
December brings the peak of the warm season to
Palauli, with temperatures hitting the annual highs. The average rainfall for December increases to 162mm (6.38") compared to the previous month. The trend of increasing temperature and rainfall observed in
November persists.
Weather in December » [Resources]