Palikir Weather in July 2026: what to expect (5.7/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in July

July falls in the wet season in Palikir. Showers are often brief but intense. With 94.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (6.9/10) is significantly better if possible.

July ranks 8 out of 12 months in Palikir.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

Feels like

very humid

24°

Daylight

12.4h of daylight

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Is July the right month?

The best month in Palikir is January (6.9/10), 1.2 pt higher than July.

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Context

Our verdict

Palikir, capital of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) on the island of Pohnpei in the central Pacific : 7000 inhabitants. Archipelagic country of 607 islands scattered over 2.9 million km² of ocean, independent of the USA since 1986 but in " Compact of Free Association " with USA (free military-monetary-passport association).

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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 · Micronesia

🗣️LanguageEnglish

💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)

🚗DrivingRight-hand

🛡️SafetyVery safe · 1/5

💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthAugust · 84°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 82°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 94%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)

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Location

Where is Palikir ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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Micronesia

Equatorial tropical climate with a 6.9 → 5.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

6.92°N · 158.16°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Palikir?

January is the best month with 82°F highs, 77°F lows, 5.9h of sunshine and 63.0% rainy days.

How many hours of sunshine does Palikir get in January?

Palikir averages 5.9 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 6.9/10.

What is the rainiest month in Palikir?

September is the most unfavourable month with September has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Palikir in January?

In January, overnight lows reach 77°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.

Is Palikir good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Palikir scores 6.7/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 6.9/10.

When should you avoid Palikir?

September is the most difficult month to visit Palikir, with September has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.