The month in detail
What to expect in March
March falls in the wet season in Palau. Showers are often brief but intense. With 60% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
March ranks 12 out of 12 months in Palau. Compared to February: 5 pts fewer rainy days, +1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Palau is February (6.8/10), 2.6 pts higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Palau
🗣️LanguagePalauan
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthApril · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 28°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 90%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Other destinations in March
If March doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
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Location
Where is Palau ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
PalauEquatorial tropical climate with a 6.8 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
7.51°N · 134.58°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Palau?
February is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 25.0°C lows, 6.9h of sunshine and 65.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Palau get in February?
Palau averages 6.9 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Palau?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Palau in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 25.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Palau good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Palau scores 6.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 6.9/10.
When should you avoid Palau?
June is the most difficult month to visit Palau, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Palau in March?
In March, the sea averages 29°C in Palau: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Palau in March?
The average UV index reaches 9 in March in Palau (very high), with about 12.0h of daylight. Protection essential.