- Temperature
- 24–30°C
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: climatestotravel.com, weather-atlas.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- Temperatures remain remarkably consistent year-round (roughly 27-32°C / 81-90°F daytime), so what varies most is rainfall and humidity rather than heat.
- February to April offers the best visitor conditions with lower rainfall, more sunshine (6-8 hours daily), and clearer skies—ideal for diving and water activities.
- Rain often falls in intense but brief showers, especially in the wet season, so it rarely prevents outdoor activities for extended periods.
- The sea remains warm enough for swimming all year (28-29°C / 82-84°F), but visibility is best during the drier February-April months.
- High humidity combined with consistent heat can feel oppressive, particularly at night; lightweight, breathable clothing and staying hydrated are essential.
- Although typhoons are uncommon, the typhoon season (June-November) carries elevated risk; consider travel insurance if visiting during this period.
Peak Month
- Month
- May
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 30
- Fahrenheit
- 86
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 24
- Fahrenheit
- 75
Off Peak Month
- Month
- February
Daytime High
- Celsius
- 29
- Fahrenheit
- 84
Nighttime Low
- Celsius
- 26
- Fahrenheit
- 79
Seasons
- Dry Season
- November to April (driest February-April); relative decrease in rainfall and thunderstorms compared to other months, though rain still occurs regularly.
- Wet Season
- May to October (peaks June-September); July and August are the wettest months with frequent heavy showers.
- Relative Dry Period
- February to April sees the least rainfall and most sunshine of any period.
Humidity
High all year round, ranging from 75% to 85%, particularly oppressive during wetter months.
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Plentiful throughout the year with no true dry season. Most rainfall falls in short, heavy tropical showers. June and July are the rainiest months with over 400mm per month; March is the driest with around 170mm.
- Annual Mm
- 3700
- Annual Inches
- 146
Typhoon Risk
Palau is generally outside the main typhoon path; however, tropical cyclones can occur from June through November. Damaging storms are fairly rare but possible.
General Climate
Maritime tropical climate characterized by very little seasonal temperature variation. Warm, humid, and rainy throughout the year with ocean-cooled breezes moderating daytime heat.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this climate & weather research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
More About Palau
Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.