The best times to visit Palau for ideal weather are

March 19th to July 1st

or

September 3rd to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Palau Travel Info

Weather in Palau

Temperature

Average temperatures in Palau vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 45th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Palau, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 95.7°F (35.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66°F (18.9°C) at night.

Palau Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Palau Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Palau Perceived Temperature (F)

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Palau Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Palau Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 62.3 50.4 41.2
Feb 64.1 52.1 42.6
Mar 69 56.4 46.1
Apr 73.6 61.3 51.1
May 81.1 67.2 55
Jun 87.9 73.1 59.8
Jul 93.8 77.6 63.4
Aug 94.7 78.5 65
Sep 86.8 73.3 62.4
Oct 80.4 66.9 56.4
Nov 69.1 57 47.5
Dec 63.8 51.8 42.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.8 10.2 5.1
Feb 17.8 11.2 5.9
Mar 20.6 13.6 7.8
Apr 23.1 16.3 10.6
May 27.3 19.6 12.8
Jun 31.1 22.8 15.4
Jul 34.3 25.3 17.4
Aug 34.8 25.8 18.3
Sep 30.4 22.9 16.9
Oct 26.9 19.4 13.6
Nov 20.6 13.9 8.6
Dec 17.7 11 6.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Palau are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid February with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of February 12th.

When can you find snow in Palau? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Palau.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Palau (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 17% 0 2.2
Feb 19% 0 2.6
Mar 17% 0 2.2
Apr 15% 0 1.7
May 8% 0 1
Jun 1% 0 0.3
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 1% 0 0.2
Sep 7% 0 1.3
Oct 13% 0 2.7
Nov 16% 0 2.8
Dec 16% 0 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 5.6
Feb 19 0 6.6
Mar 17 0 5.6
Apr 15 0 4.3
May 8 0 2.5
Jun 1 0 0.8
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 1 0 0.5
Sep 7 0 3.3
Oct 13 0 6.9
Nov 16 0 7.1
Dec 16 0 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Palau has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is July (44.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (77.5%).

Wind in Palau is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 6.3 knots (7.2 MPH or 11.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 14.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Palau.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.7 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
May 5.8 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 4.9 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Aug 4.6 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Nov 4.8 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Dec 4.8 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.5%
Feb 70.1%
Mar 61.9%
Apr 60.8%
May 49.8%
Jun 47.4%
Jul 44.3%
Aug 45.8%
Sep 56.9%
Oct 62.9%
Nov 68.6%
Dec 76%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Palau?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Spain; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 22, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Palau, Spain is January, followed by August and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Palau in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 56.7 in November means 56.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Palau Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 67.4°F (19.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Palau, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.7°F (32.1°C) and 63.4°F (17.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 5 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Palau to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.4°F (19.7°C) and 61.1°F (16.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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