The climate of Lakepa
Located within the boundaries of an Af tropical rainforest climate according to the Köppen climate classification,
Lakepa,
Tonga presents a uniform profile of climatic characteristics. Over the course of a year, consistent daily temperatures, persistent humidity, and robust rainfall patterns establish a seemingly perpetual tropical environment.
Throughout the year, the average high temperature ranges from 23°C (73.4°F) to 27.5°C (81.5°F), while the average low temperature hovers between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F). This narrow band of thermal fluctuation contributes to an environment where changes in temperature are subtle, thereby maintaining a consistent tropical feeling throughout the year.
Coupled with this, the yearly average relative humidity stays between 75% and 80%, further influential in contributing to the reputation of this island as a true tropical paradise. Substantial rainfall from 36mm (1.42") to 163mm (6.42") is distributed every month, with higher precipitation observed in the first quarter of the year. Predictably, the continuous nature of the rainfall contributes to the lush vegetation in the area.
Wind speeds across the year convey consistency with an oscillation from 23.3km/h (14.5mph) to 25.6km/h (15.9mph). A UV index of 6 to 7 throughout the year signifies the tropical sun's intensity. Daylight duration extends between 10.9 hours and 13.4 hours every day, reinforcing the abundance of sunshine this location enjoys.
The Best Time to Visit Lakepa
The best time to visit
Lakepa,
Tonga aligns with the higher sunshine hours - from
April to
July and again in
October. During these months, the rainfall decreases significantly, and with the average number of sunshine hours rising to 7.4 per day, visitors should pack for the increased sun exposure.
The Worst Time to Visit Lakepa
Although
Lakepa's climate is pleasant throughout the year without any extreme temperature changes, the months with highest rainfall might not present the best time for a visit.
January and
February, in particular, witness heavy precipitation with rainfall exceeding three-digit figure of 124mm (4.88") and 163mm (6.42") respectively.
Spring Weather in Lakepa
In the tropical paradise of
Lakepa, spring ushers in a variation in weather patterns. Beginning the season with temperatures from 25.2°C (77.4°F) to 26.2°C (79.2°F) in
April,
May sees a gentle drop towards a range of 24.3°C (75.7°F) to 25.2°C (77.4°F). Concurrently, the rainfall reduces from 86mm (3.39") in April to 59mm (2.32") in May. Sunshine hours remain constant at 7.4 hours per day, accompanying a slightly lower UV index of 6.
Summer Weather in Lakepa
Summer in
Lakepa invites a pleasantly warm climate, with temperatures settling between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F) in
June and sliding to between 23°C (73.4°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F) by
July. Humidity contracts marginally to 75%, and rainfall continues to lessen, reaching its lowest point of 51mm (2.01") in
August. However, wind speed on average increases to 25.6km/h (15.9mph) in July.
Autumn Weather in Lakepa
Come autumn,
Lakepa witnesses a gradual decline in temperatures, from highs of 23.7°C (74.7°F) in
September to as low as 22.9°C (73.2°F) by
November. Correspondingly, the rainfall also undergoes a transition, climbing from 36mm (1.42") in September to 39mm (1.54") in November. Autumn also brings a slight dip in daylight hours, which hover around 11.4 to 13.1 hours per day.
Winter Weather in Lakepa
In picturesque
Lakepa, winter months are charactresied by increasing temperature, ranging from 24.4°C (75.9°F) in
December to a high of 27.5°C (81.5°F) in
February. Concurrent with the hike in temperature, rainfall also marks an upward trend, peaking at 163mm (6.42") in February. The pressure fluctuation is mild and within the range of 1008.6mb to 1012.9mb. Winter days are longer with 13.2 hours of daylight in December, expanding to 13.4 hours by February.
Weather in January
Lakepa,
Tonga, experiences tropical weather in
January, which is characterised by warm temperatures and high humidity. January’s temperatures remain fairly steady from
December, and rain is a frequent visitor during this time of the year.
Weather in January » Weather in February
Stepping into
February, the weather in
Lakepa,
Tonga, continues its tropical streak. Temperatures are much akin to those in
January; however, rainfall increases slightly. Wind speeds also show a minor rise with the highest being 34.2km/h (21.3mph).
Weather in February »Weather in March
As
March approaches, there is a subtle shift in the weather patterns of
Lakepa,
Tonga. The area experiences less rainfall than in
February, setting the stage for more extended outdoor time. While temperatures remain steady, wind speeds begin to decrease.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April sees a significant transformation in the weather in
Lakepa,
Tonga. The rainfall edges downward compared to
March, influenced in part by a decrease in cloud coverage. Wind speeds still remain noticeably high, although, not quite reaching the levels seen at the start of the year.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May brings about more changes in the tropical weather of
Lakepa,
Tonga. Relative to
April, the decrease in temperatures is noticeable although they still remain warm. Concurrently, an increase in sunshine hours leads to brighter days.
Weather in May » Weather in June
Come
June,
Lakepa,
Tonga, enjoys an extended period of partially sunny and dry days. This is a departure from the wetter days of the previous months. Overall changes in temperature are negligible but the relative humidity does fall slightly.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July in
Lakepa,
Tonga, continues the trend of pleasant weather. With stunning landscapes set against a backdrop of warm temperatures and clear skies, the area continues to allure visitors. What is striking in July, is the wind speed reaching its yearly peak at an average of 26.6km/h (16.5mph).
Weather in July » Weather in August
In
August, residents and visitors of
Lakepa,
Tonga, welcome a cool, breezy period. The weather steadily transitions with a reduction in wind speed from the peaks seen in
July. Temperatures remain consistent, while the rainfall hits a low.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September in
Lakepa,
Tonga, is dominated by warm temperatures, similar to the rest of the year. The gentle breeze from
August carries forward into September, making the heat bearable. There is a slight increase in rainfall, though this does not affect outdoor plans much due to the abundance of sunny days.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
As
October descends on
Lakepa,
Tonga, there is a palpable change in weather. While temperatures remain high, there is a continuing stable trend in the wind speeds. Despite a slight increase in rainfall, the month sees a decrease in cloudy days.
Weather in October »Weather in November
November brings a significant shift in
Lakepa,
Tonga's weather. Temperatures begin to move upwards again, indicating the advent of the hotter seasons. Likewise, an increase in rainfall is evident; however, one can enjoy long, sunlit days and shorter cloudy periods.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Closing the year with
December, weather in
Lakepa,
Tonga, picks up a festive mood. A noticeable upward trend in temperature from
November welcomes visitors celebrating the holiday season. There is a significant uptick in rainfall, though daylight hours continue to remain high.
Weather in December »