The climate of Punggol
Nestled within
Singapore,
Punggol experiences a predominant Tropical rainforest climate, according to the Köppen climate classification. With this type of climate, variations in temperature throughout the year are minimal, and there is no dry season. High humidity characterizes the area.
Throughout the year, temperatures in Punggol fluctuate between 24.6°C (76.3°F) to 32°C (89.6°F), with the peak temperature generally experienced in
May of approximately 32°C (89.6°F). While consistency of relatively high temperatures is indeed a norm, the lowest temperature predominantly gets recorded in
January and
February, just below 25°C (77°F). Humidity oscillates between 73% in
September to a peak of 82% in
December, highlighting the moistness that pervades in this tropical climate.
Precipitation in Punggol spans from a yearly low of 31mm (1.22") in February to an annual high of 102mm (4.02") in December. On average, rain falls on Punggol between 14.9 to 25 days per month. Sunshine is more prevalent between September and
March, with longest sunlit hours recorded in May and
June, hinting at an approximate average of 8.5 hours, while the shortest sunlit hours are observed in December and January.
The best time to visit Punggol
A suitable time to visit
Punggol is during the drier months from
February to
April. During this period, Punggol experiences less rainfall with a low 31mm (1.22") in February and 54mm (2.13") in April, coupled with relatively lower humidity at 79%. This stretch also offers a significant amount of sunshine, reaching upto 8.5 hours per day, amplifying opportunities for outdoor exploration and activities.
The worst time to visit Punggol
Travellers might prefer to avoid the period from
November to
January when
Punggol experiences the highest levels of rainfall. November sees a significant hike in rainfall, hitting 90mm (3.54") in this month, and it leaps to an annual peak of 102mm (4.02") in
December. This period is accompanied by high humidity levels, cresting at 82% in December and slightly tapering off to 79% in January.
Spring weather in Punggol
Punggol does not have spring as experienced in temperate and some other tropical regions. Rather, weather from
March to
May is characterized by minimal rainfall and high temperatures. Rainfall averages 66mm (2.6") per month, while temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) to a high of 32°C (89.6°F), making these months reasonably dry and hot. Sunshine hours are also among the longest, averaging 8.6 hours per day during this period.
Summer weather in Punggol
From
June to
August in
Punggol, rainfall is relatively low, ranging from 41mm (1.61") to 56mm (2.2"), while temperatures remain high. During these months, temperatures range between 26°C (78.8°F) to 31.5°C (88.7°F). These months also record long hours of sunshine, averaging 8.6 hours per day, making it an appropriate time for recreation activities despite the somewhat high temperatures.
Autumn weather in Punggol
Again, Autumn is not explicitly observed in
Punggol, given its tropical location. In what may be considered as autumn months from
September to
November, Punggol receives relatively low levels of rainfall from 34mm (1.34") to 90mm (3.54"). Despite this, daytime temperatures remain high, ranging from 25.4°C (77.7°F) to a high of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
Winter weather in Punggol
The traditional concept of winter does not apply in
Punggol. During
December to
February, considered as winter in many parts of the world, Punggol experiences quite significant amounts of rainfall measuring up to 102mm (4.02"). Simultaneously, temperatures remain fairly constant throughout these months, ranging from 24.6°C (76.3°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). Additionally, sunshine hours are shorter compared to other parts of the year with an average of 7.1 hours per day.
Weather in January
In
January,
Punggol,
Singapore experiences the typical tropical warm climate. The relatively high temperatures range from 24.6°C (76.3°F) to 29.7°C (85.5°F), welcoming tourists and locals alike. Humidity gets close to its peak in this period, adding stickiness to the already warm atmosphere.
Weather in January »Weather in February
The second month of the year maintains the trend of warm, humid weather in
Punggol,
Singapore. Even though the temperature may climb up slightly to 30.6°C (87.1°F), it is the decrease in relative humidity, rainfall, and cloudy days from
January that makes
February particularly appealing.
Weather in February »Weather in March
There is a significant shift in climatic conditions in
March with the arrival of heavy rainfall. The temperate weather adjusts northward, hovering around 31.3°C (88.3°F). March holds a record for increased precipitation over
February, which leads to lush, vibrant surroundings.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April sees the peak of the tropical season with temperatures spiking at the highest of 31.8°C (89.2°F). The monthly volume of rainfall also soars in April over
March and the increase is accompanied by a rise in the number of rainy days.
Weather in April » Weather in May
A wave of relief welcomes
Punggol,
Singapore in
May as temperatures, raining days, and intensity, and relative humidity start to decrease from the
April highs. A decline in temperatures by a subtle margin to 32°C (89.6°F) presents the transition to the end of the hot season.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June sees a continuation of all the climatic changes that
May kick-started. A further drop in temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) is noticeable; nonetheless, it sets a welcoming atmosphere. Both
July and June share almost similar climate conditions, although a slight decrease in temperature is witnessed in July.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July's key characteristic is its slightly cooler ambience, set by a lowered temperature average of 31.1°C (88°F). But unlike the previous months, July reports a slightly higher relative humidity, with the locality immersed in rich tropical warmth.
Weather in July » Weather in August
Temperatures in
August receive a slight nudge to reach 31.3°C (88.3°F), setting the stage for a month filled with relatively steady weather conditions. This month is characterized by a somewhat steady balance between warm temperatures, humidity, and the amount of rainfall.
Weather in August »Weather in September
In terms of temperature,
September doesn’t show much of a difference compared to
August, staying more or less steady at 31.6°C (88.9°F). A decrease in rainfall figures is noticed, making September a favourite among tourists visiting
Punggol,
Singapore.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October in
Punggol,
Singapore is typified by a minor cooling effect with an average temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F). However, October shares similarity in terms of weather conditions with the preceding month, with only slight variations setting them apart.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November's temperatures get cooler and stand at 31°C (87.8°F). This month is quite significant because of the onset of increased rainfall, marking it as the start of another wet period in
Punggol,
Singapore. The weather condition in
December shares similarities with this month, even though a tad bit cooler temperatures will be witnessed in December.
Weather in November » Weather in December
December is characterized by a contrast of cooler temperatures averaging 30.1°C (86.2°F) and increased rainfall. Higher precipitation figures are observed, marking it as one of the wettest months of the year in
Punggol,
Singapore.
Weather in December » [Resources]