The climate of Fineveke
Situated in the
Wallis and Futuna archipelago,
Fineveke belongs to the group of tropical climate zones, according to the Köppen climate classification. Exploring the year-round weather patterns, it can be seen there is a considerable amount of precipitation, relatively high temperatures and constantly high humidity.
Generally, temperatures in Fineveke barely fluctuate throughout the year, staying in a narrow band from 27°C (80.6°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F). The highest peak is observed in the beginning of the year and then there is a slight decline towards the middle of the year with the lower marks being in
July and
August. The temperature rises again towards the end of the year.
Rainfall is quite high, peaking noticeably in
April with 405mm (15.94") and gradually decreasing to reach the lowest point of 67mm (2.64") in August before bouncing back up to 267mm (10.51") by
December. The number of rainy days, on the other hand, does not see as dramatic shifts, with 26.8 days in
January declining gradually to 19.1 days in July and then rising steadily to 28.2 days by December.
The day length diminishes from 12.8 hours in January to 11.3 hours in
June. It then extends up to 12.9 hours come December. Sunshine hours show a bit of a fluctuation, decreasing from 9.3 hours in January to 5.7 hours in June. The maximum wind speed and gustiness seem to increase from January to July, then follow a decline towards December.
The best time to visit Fineveke
Considering the weather conditions, the best period to visit
Fineveke falls between
June and
September. During this time, the rainfall is relatively low, ranging from 67mm (2.64") to 138mm (5.43"), and the maximum temperatures dip to the yearly lowest, between 27.7°C (81.9°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F). Days are still lengthy, spanning from 11.3 hours to 12 hours, and the number of soaking days are at their lowest, ranging from 19.1 to 23.2 days. Along with this, the visibility is consistently reported to be good, with 10km (6.2mi) being the average reading.
The worst time to visit Fineveke
Given the heavy precipitation, a whopping 405mm (15.94"), and the highest temperature average of 29.1°C (84.4°F) coupled with reduced sunshine of 7.9 to 9.2 hours, the period from
March to
April can be considered as the least desirable time to visit
Fineveke. The number of rainy days is also high, about 25.3 to 27.7 days per month.
Spring weather in Fineveke
During the spring months of
March through
May, the climate is characteristically warm with high rainfall. The temperatures average from 28.8°C (83.8°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F) with rainfall ranging between 150mm (5.91") and 405mm (15.94"). Despite the high rainfall, sunshine hours per day remain quite high, ranging from 7.8 hours to 9.2 hours.
Summer weather in Fineveke
Summer, from
June to
August, in
Fineveke is slightly cooler with temperatures ranging between 27.7°C (81.9°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F). Rainfall reaches its yearly low, from 67mm (2.64") to 87mm (3.43"), while daylight hours range from 11.3 to 11.7 hours. Sunshine hours also decline, hitting a low in June and
July with 5.7 hours each.
Autumn weather in Fineveke
Autumn, spanning from
September to
November, sees temperatures rise again to a range between 28.1°C (82.6°F) to 28.4°C (83.1°F). Rainfall begins to increase steadily, from 82mm (3.23") to 170mm (6.69") with the number of daylight hours gradually increasing from 12 hours to 12.7 hours. The sunshine hours start to regain ground as well, between 7.6 hours to 7.7 hours.
Winter weather in Fineveke
Winter months,
December to
February, experience higher temperatures from 28.8°C (83.8°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F). Significant rainfall is received during this time, peaking at 320mm (12.6") in
January. The length of days extends up to 12.9 hours in December but contracts slightly thereafter. The sunshine hours fluctuate within the range of 7.6 hours to 9.3 hours.
Weather in January
January tends to have warm temperatures in
Fineveke,
Wallis and Futuna. The typical weather features mild wind speeds and occasional gusts. The most noticeable weather element in January is the substantial amount of rainfall reaching up to 320mm (12.6"), though it is a constant feature of the regional climate.
Weather in January » Weather in February
Moving into
February, temperatures remain fairly stable, albeit with slightly less rainfall compared to
January. The month is characterized by its relatively steady weather conditions, noting no major fluctuations from January.
Weather in February »Weather in March
In
March,
Fineveke witnesses a slight dip in both temperature and rainfall, allowing for clearer skies and fewer clouds than the previous month. This shift ushers in an increase in visibility, favorable for outdoor activities. An average rainfall of just 188mm (7.4") is characteristic of this month, which is noticeably less compared to
February.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April brings further stability to the weather in
Fineveke, with the temperature, daylight hours, and wind speeds remaining relatively unchanged from those in
March. The pattern of reduced rainfall continues into this month, with less than half of the
February peak.
Weather in April » Weather in May
With the advent of
May, fewer rainy days, reduction in cloud coverage and warm temperature set the scene, as
Fineveke heads towards mid-year climatic conditions. This month sees a further decline in rainfall to 115mm (4.53"), contributing to drier conditions than the earlier part of the year.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June retains the warm weather conditions of
May, with further reduction in rainfall and sunny days becoming a more common phenomenon. As we move to the middle of the year, the wind speed takes a notable leap to an average of 26.2km/h (16.3mph)— a distinct trait of June weather in
Fineveke.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
Compared to the first half of the year,
July in
Fineveke is the coolest month in terms of temperature, averaging to a low 27°C (80.6°F) to high 27.7°C (81.9°F). The rainfall continues to decrease to an average of 77mm (3.03"), reinforcing the trend towards drier conditions.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August showcases a slight bump in temperature compared to
July, but still remains on the cooler side of the annual temperature meander. It's notable for its lower level of rainfall, averaging 67mm (2.64") - the lowest recorded in the year.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September is characterized by a gradual increase in warmth, coupled with an upswing in both rainfall and humidity levels. Rainfall rises to 82mm (3.23") amid steady temperatures increasing to 28.1°C (82.6°F). The UV index remains steady, implying a constant exposure risk to ultraviolet radiation.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October in
Fineveke sees a steady incline in temperatures, reversed from the earlier trend towards cooler weather. Rainfall moves into a rising curve, with October experiencing an upswing to 138mm (5.43") as we edge towards the final quarter of the year.
Weather in October » Weather in November
In
November, the weather continues to warm up while experiencing a sizeable jump in rainfall to 170mm (6.69"). The increased clouds bring about longer periods free from the sun, though the UV index remains consistent. The daylight duration continues on its expanding trajectory, pushing towards the longest of the year.
Weather in November »Weather in December
As the year comes to a close,
December features the warmest temperatures of the year, reaching up to 28.8°C (83.8°F) on some days. Rainfall peaks up to 267mm (10.51"), indicating a return to the wet conditions of the early part of the year.
Weather in December » [Resources]