What’s the climate like in Christmas Island?
The current climate in Christmas Island features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 26°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 28°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 23°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Christmas Island in recent years was 31°C in February 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 22°C in September 2018.
On average, Christmas Island receives 664 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Christmas Island?
The best time to visit Christmas Island for sunny weather is January and March through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Christmas Island. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Christmas Island
The climate table of Christmas Island shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 24 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 33 | 155 | 75 | 94 | 46 | 51 | 8,9 | 17 | 20 | 30 | 88 | 46 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 28°C
- Highest temperature: 29°C in March and April
- Lowest temperature: 26°C in August and September
- Precipitation: 664 mm per year, averaging 55 mm per month
- Driest months: 8,9 mm in July, 17 mm in August and 20 mm in September
- Wettest months: 155 mm in February, 94 mm in April and 88 mm in November
Weather experiences in Christmas Island
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Although it was mostly clear, there were a few days of rain.... more
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The heat was wonderful for the skin and nature looked alive.... more
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Average Temperature per Month in Christmas Island
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Christmas Island. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Christmas Island
This graph shows how much rainfall Christmas Island gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Christmas Island
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Christmas Island. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Christmas Island
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Christmas Island. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Christmas Island
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Christmas Island over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Christmas Island
The weather in Christmas Island is rated an average of 3,2 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Christmas Island? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Although it was mostly clear, there were a few days of rain. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
Rain and sun alternate. The humidity is high. Not ideal for sun worshippers, but great for nature lovers.— This text is automatically translated to English
The heat was wonderful for the skin and nature looked alive. But heavy rain can sometimes thwart plans.— This text is automatically translated to English
Alternating rain and sun, but mostly wetter than expected. Not ideal for sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
February on Christmas Island is very variable. Warm, but at the time of my stay also a lot of rainfall. Despite the unpredictability, it was a unique experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Christmas Island by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Christmas Island. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
