Climate and monthly weather forecastKologhona, Solomon Islands
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Kologhona
Situated in the Solomon Islands, Kologhona exhibits a tropical rainforest climate according to the Köppen climate classification. Consistent with this climate type, weather throughout the year remains generally warm and humid with frequent rainfall.High temperatures range narrowly from 27.8°C (82°F) to 29.3°C (84.7°F), and low temperatures vary between 23.4°C (74.1°F) to 24.2°C (75.6°F) year-round. Amidst these minor temperature fluctuations, September reveals the lowest average high temperature at 27.8°C (82°F), while December shows the highest at 29.3°C (84.7°F). Conversely, the coldest month in terms of average low temperature is spotted in August with 23.4°C (74.1°F), with December holding the warmest night temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F).
Kologhona’s humidity lies moderate to high, oscillating between 83% to 85%, with the lowest in observed from August to November and highest in the months of January, March, and April. Kologhona also endures substantial rainfall ranging from 125mm (4.92") to 299mm (11.77") on an average monthly basis, with June enduring the least amount of rainfall and both March and December enduring the maximum level of rainfall.
Notably, the total days with rainfall also fluctuates throughout the year, from a low of 24.3 days in August to a high of 29.3 days in January, March and December. Daylight hours decrease gradually from a peak of 12.7 hours in December to a trough of 11.6 hours in June and July. Sunshine hours also show marked variation, with the least in January at 6.8 hours and the maximum in November with 9.8 hours.
The best time to visit Kologhona
November provides the best conditions for visiting Kologhona, given its highest average sunshine hours of 9.8 hours and a desirable UV index of 6. The month also sees a relatively lower rainfall of 209mm (8.23") over an average of 28.2 days, with an average high temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and low of 23.8°C (74.8°F). November's weather characteristics indicate favorable conditions for outdoor activities.The worst time to visit Kologhona
Given its climatic conditions, June might prove to be challenging for visitors. The month records the least volume of rainfall at 125mm (4.92"), but it also falls for the fewest number of days - 25.1 days. Despite the decreased rainfall, June has the shortest daylight hours at 11.6 hours, with the second least sunshine hours at 8.2 hours. These conditions may hinder outdoor exploration and activities.Spring weather in Kologhona
In the tropical climate of Kologhona, spring brings minor fluctuations in weather conditions. In this period, the temperatures average between 28.6°C (83.5°F) to 28.8°C (83.8°F) at their highs and 23.7°C (74.7°F) to 24.1°C (75.4°F) at their lows. Rainfall oscillates from 136mm (5.35") in July to 165mm (6.5") in May. It should be noted that June sees the least sunshine hours in a year at 8.2 hours per day.Summer weather in Kologhona
Summer in Kologhona shifts from August to October and is marked by a slight increase in the average high temperature, from 28.4°C (83.1°F) in August to 28.9°C (84°F) in October. The average low temperature remains relatively steady, ranging from 23.4°C (74.1°F) in August to 23.8°C (74.8°F) in October. Rainfall totals also start increasing again during these months, from 135mm (5.31") in August to 209mm (8.23") in October.Autumn weather in Kologhona
During the autumn months, from November to January, Kologhona witnesses its highest average high temperature rising up to 29.3°C (84.7°F) in December, with the average low temperatures varying from 23.8°C (74.8°F) to 24.2°C (75.6°F) over the period. These three months also observe a considerable increase in the average rainfall, with November and December seeing more than 200mm (7.87") of rain.Winter weather in Kologhona
The winter period in Kologhona, from February to April, sees high temperatures hovering around the 28.7°C (83.7°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) mark and low temperatures fluctuating from 23.8°C (74.8°F) to 24.1°C (75.4°F). As is typical with a rainforest climate, Kologhona experiences copious rainfall in these months, which reaches its peak of 299mm (11.77") in March.Weather in January
Kologhona, Solomon Islands in January experiences a typical tropical climate with high humidity and temperature. The city observes an average high temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the low is around 24.2°C (75.6°F). Consequently, it results in an atmosphere quite comfortable for the visitors. Weather in January »Weather in February
When transitioning to February, Kologhona sees a slight decrease in rainfall from 274mm (10.79") in January to 235mm (9.25") in February. Temperature wise, the city maintains stability with a high and low around 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F) respectively. Weather in February »Weather in March
During March, Kologhona experiences a surge in average rainfall up to 299mm (11.77"). The average high temperature stays around 28.8°C (83.8°F), and the lower end near 23.8°C (74.8°F) marks no significant change from the preceding month. Weather in March »Weather in April
April offers some relief to Kologhona with a slight drop in rainfall to 211mm (8.31"). Temperatures continue to hover around the high 20s°C with high and low temperatures of approximately 29°C (84.2°F) and 23.9°C (75°F). The length of daylight diminishes to nearly 11.9 hours, but the city sees a slight increase in the hours of sunshine. Weather in April »Weather in May
May marks the beginning of a drier phase with rainfall recording a moderate drop to 165mm (6.5") from 211mm (8.31") in April. The temperature range continues to stay consistent, averaging between a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F). Weather in May »Weather in June
In Kologhona, June witnesses a continuation of the drier trend from May, averaging just 125mm (4.92") rainfall. Simultaneously, average high temperatures slide marginally to 28.6°C (83.5°F) and thermal lows maintain at nearly 23.8°C (74.8°F). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, unlike other months, records a minor uplift in rainfall to 136mm (5.35"). The average high temperature experiences minor fluctuations, settling around 27.8°C (82°F). Furthermore, the wind speed peaks in July, yet it does not disrupt the overall pleasant weather. Weather in July »Weather in August
August in Kologhona is characterized by a difference in temperatures quite minimal from July, with average highs and lows of approximately 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F) respectively. The rainfall registers a slight decrease, setting in a more relaxed environment for the inhabitants. Weather in August »Weather in September
In September, Kologhona experiences an increment in rainfall to 190mm (7.48"), breaking the monotonous decline observed since July. Climatically, the city notes minor changes in average high and low temperatures reaching around 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F) respectively. Weather in September »Weather in October
October in Kologhona brings average temperature fluctuation, with highs around 28.9°C (84°F) and lows near 23.8°C (74.8°F). Interestingly, the month records an increase in rainfall, reaching up to 209mm (8.23"). As daylight hours move towards 12.3 hours, the city enjoys better sunshine compared to September. Weather in October »Weather in November
With the onset of November, Kologhona observes a hike in rainfall to an approximate 224mm (8.82"). The average temperature, retaining a high near 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of around 23.9°C (75°F), stays fairly constant compared to October. Weather in November »Weather in December
Finally, December brings the highest amount of rainfall, approximately 299mm (11.77"), equaling the March level. The average highs and lows persist within 29.3°C (84.7°F) to 24°C (75.2°F) range respectively, marking no significant change. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Kologhona.
In Kologhona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 328.1 days and collects up to 2502mm (98.5") of precipitation.
With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Kologhona, Solomon Islands.
January through March, June, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kologhona, Solomon Islands.
The months with the most rainfall in Kologhona are March and December, with an average 299mm (11.77") of precipitation.
April, May, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kologhona.
The month with the least rainfall is June, when the rain falls for 25.1 days and typically collects 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.
June has the shortest days of the year in Kologhona, with an average of 11h and 36min of daylight.
The month of July, characterized by an average high of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low of 23.7°C (74.7°F), is recognized as the coldest.
August through November, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months in Kologhona.
November has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.
In Kologhona, the average temperatures in December are the highest, with a peak at 29.3°C (84.7°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F).
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 12h and 42min of daylight.
Kologhona does not utilize Daylight Saving Time (DST). +11 timezone is used over the entire year.
Average temperature
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).
Average pressure
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average pressure in January:
1006.9mbar - Average pressure in February:
1007.1mbar - Average pressure in March:
1007.8mbar - Average pressure in April:
1008.9mbar - Average pressure in May:
1009.7mbar - Average pressure in June:
1010.1mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1010.1mbar - Average pressure in August:
1010.5mbar - Average pressure in September:
1010.4mbar - Average pressure in October:
1010mbar - Average pressure in November:
1008.3mbar - Average pressure in December:
1007.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1010.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average wind speed in January:
7.4km/h - Average wind speed in February:
8.8km/h - Average wind speed in March:
7.5km/h - Average wind speed in April:
6.5km/h - Average wind speed in May:
7.8km/h - Average wind speed in June:
9.3km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
11.3km/h - Average wind speed in August:
10.3km/h - Average wind speed in September:
10.1km/h - Average wind speed in October:
7.7km/h - Average wind speed in November:
6.3km/h - Average wind speed in December:
6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6km/h).
Average humidity
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and April (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (83%).
Average rainfall
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average rainfall in January:
274mm - Average rainfall in February:
235mm - Average rainfall in March:
299mm - Average rainfall in April:
211mm - Average rainfall in May:
165mm - Average rainfall in June:
125mm
- Average rainfall in July:
136mm - Average rainfall in August:
135mm - Average rainfall in September:
190mm - Average rainfall in October:
209mm - Average rainfall in November:
224mm - Average rainfall in December:
299mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and December (299mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (125mm).
Average rainfall days
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average rainfall days in January:
29.3 days - Average rainfall days in February:
26.1 days - Average rainfall days in March:
29.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
28.2 days - Average rainfall days in May:
28 days - Average rainfall days in June:
25.1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
26 days - Average rainfall days in August:
24.3 days - Average rainfall days in September:
26.3 days - Average rainfall days in October:
28.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
28 days - Average rainfall days in December:
29.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and December (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (24.3 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average daylight in January:
12h and 36min - Average daylight in February:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 12min - Average daylight in April:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in May:
11h and 42min - Average daylight in June:
11h and 36min
- Average daylight in July:
11h and 36min - Average daylight in August:
11h and 48min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in October:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in November:
12h and 36min - Average daylight in December:
12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January:
6h and 48min - Average sunshine in February:
7h and 0min - Average sunshine in March:
7h and 12min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 48min - Average sunshine in May:
8h and 12min - Average sunshine in June:
8h and 12min
- Average sunshine in July:
7h and 24min - Average sunshine in August:
7h and 36min - Average sunshine in September:
7h and 42min - Average sunshine in October:
8h and 42min - Average sunshine in November:
9h and 48min - Average sunshine in December:
9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
- Average sunshine days in January:
0.3 days - Average sunshine days in February:
1.4 days - Average sunshine days in March:
0.8 days - Average sunshine days in April:
0.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
1.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
3.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
3.6 days - Average sunshine days in August:
4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
2.2 days - Average sunshine days in October:
1.7 days - Average sunshine days in November:
1.2 days - Average sunshine days in December:
1.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.3 days).
Average UV index
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, July and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, June, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility
Kologhona, Solomon Islands
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
