The climate of Pasir Ris New Town
Pasir Ris New Town, situated in
Singapore, boasts an Af, or Tropical Rainforest, classification according to the Köppen climate model. This is a clear indication of nearly uniform temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall every month.
Throughout the year, the month-to-month temperature fluctuation in Pasir Ris New Town is quite minor. The monthly high-temperature ranges from 29.3°C (84.7°F) to 31.8°C (89.2°F), whereas the low-temperature varies between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F). The region doesn't shy away from high humidity - the relative humidity remains above 73% all year round, making the environment noticeably muggy.
Rainfall here is a common occurrence. The town receives high amounts of rainfall annually, with the wettest period being
December with 243mm (9.57") and the driest is in
September with 72mm (2.83"). Coupled with this, the monthly rainfall days vary between 23.5 and 29.8 days, indicating it rains nearly every day.
Interestingly, sunshine hours in Pasir Ris New Town remain fairly constant, averaging between 7.3h to 8.9h daily. Furthermore, the region has a UV index rating of 7 every month - a high level that demands adequate sun protection.
The best time to visit Pasir Ris New Town
Given its consistent tropical weather with persistent rainfall, determining the "best" time to visit
Pasir Ris New Town largely revolves around one's tolerance for rain and humidity. The driest period is from
September to
October, when monthly rainfall drops to its annual low of around 72mm (2.83") to 92mm (3.62"). This period also provides higher visibility, of approximately 10km (6.2mi), and lower cloud cover - about 34% to 36%.
Moreover, during these months the sunshine hours are at their peak, averaging 8.4h to 8.9h per day, ideal for outdoor activities.
The worst time to visit Pasir Ris New Town
The period between
November and
December is arguably the less favourable time for a visit to
Pasir Ris New Town. These months witness the highest rainfall levels and the maximum number of rainfall days, making it the wettest time of the year. In fact, December averages 243mm (9.57") of rainfall over 29.8 days. Furthermore, cloud cover is also at its highest during this period, at 49% in November and 51% in December, reducing the hours of sunshine to 7.3h and 6.9h per day respectively.
Spring weather in Pasir Ris New Town
Residing by the equator,
Pasir Ris New Town does not experience typical spring weather. However, referencing to the months of
March,
April, and
May, temperatures during this period stay hot - 31.1°C (88°F) to 31.8°C (89.2°F) for the high and 25.3°C (77.5°F) to 26.7°C (80.1°F) for the low. With a high humidity level, above 75%, and a considerable amount of rainfall - from 118mm (4.65") to 161mm (6.34"), the heat can often feel oppressive.
Summer weather in Pasir Ris New Town
Summers in
Pasir Ris New Town continue with the town’s ongoing warm temperature patterns, maintaining highs between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F) and lows around 26.1°C (79°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F) from
June to
August. Rainfall rates decrease slightly, averaging at 89mm (3.5") to 112mm (4.41"), still spanning over 23.5 to 24.8 days in a month.
Autumn weather in Pasir Ris New Town
The autumn months in
Pasir Ris New Town, from
September through
November recognise a decline in rainfall to its annual minimum of 72mm (2.83") in September, before it increases significantly to 202mm (7.95") in November. Despite the variance in rainfall, the temperatures remain quite constant with high-temperatures ranging from 31°C (87.8°F) to 31.5°C (88.7°F) and low-temperatures progressing moderately from 25.8°C (78.4°F) to 26.2°C (79.2°F).
Winter weather in Pasir Ris New Town
Being in a tropical climate,
Pasir Ris New Town does not experience the typical cold winters. The temperatures in the months of
December through
February stay warm, the daily high hovering between 29.3°C (84.7°F) to 31.1°C (88°F), and the lows approximately around 24.9°C (76.8°F) to 26.1°C (79°F). It's worth noting that the winter period can be quite wet, with December and
January witnessing the highest rainfall of the year, between 202mm (7.95") and 243mm (9.57").
Weather in January
Weather in February
Transitioning into
February, the weather shifts subtly as temperatures inch up. In fact,
Pasir Ris New Town weather in February characterizes a brief respite from the monsoon, with a reduction in rainfall and relative humidity.
Weather in February »Weather in March
As the season progresses into
March, sunny spells become longer, allowing for more outdoor activities. However, the humidity levels remain fairly high, causing discomfort on occasion. Nonetheless,
Pasir Ris New Town,
Singapore experiences a marginal increase in rainfall from 79mm (3.11") in
February to 118mm (4.65") spread over 26 days.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
Coming into
April,
Pasir Ris New Town experiences its first peak in temperatures, with relative humidity slightly easing. This month sees an upswing in rainfall, rising to 161mm (6.34"), with precipitation spread across 27 days, indicating slightly rainier days than
March.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May continues the trend of high temperatures from
April but with a drop in humidity.
Pasir Ris New Town weather in May provides some of the longest sunshine hours of the year, despite the persistent cloud cover. The hotter conditions are further accentuated by a dip in rainfall to 136mm (5.35") over 27 days, offering slightly fewer wet days in comparison to April.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June brings a notable shift in the weather pattern in
Pasir Ris New Town, with a slight drop in temperatures and a further reduction in rainfall. June's weather is marked by 112mm (4.41") of precipitation spread over 24 days, thereby fewer rainy days than
May.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July extends the subtle transition from the first half into the year's drier half in
Pasir Ris New Town. Syracuse’s climatic conditions see further reduction in rainfall amounting to 89mm (3.5") over 25 days, marking the driest month of the year.
Weather in July » Weather in August
Pasir Ris New Town's weather in
August sustains the climatic pattern of
July, characterized by reduced rainfall and consistently high temperatures. It slightly defies the ordinary pattern as rainfall climbs up marginally to 92mm (3.62") across 26 days.
Weather in August » Weather in September
Entering the month of
September,
Pasir Ris New Town sees a further rise in temperatures from the previous month. Noteworthy is a decline in the number of rainy days, despite a small drop in rainfall to 72mm (2.83") over 24 days.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
Weather in November
November brings along an escalation in rainfall to 202mm (7.95"), the highest for the year. Seizing the title for the month with the highest rainfall, it occurs across 29 days, making it a notably wet month. Together with the increase in precipitation, cloud cover also thickens, limiting the hours of sunshine.
Weather in November » Weather in December
Concluding the year,
December continues the trend of wet conditions with rainfall of 243mm (9.57") across 30 days.
Pasir Ris New Town weather in December experiences a significant rise in precipitation but sees a slight decrease in temperature when compared to
November.
Weather in December »