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Ngerkeai, Palau

Ngiwal · Palau

Ngerkeai is a small town in Ngiwal, Palau with a population of 223. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

223 Population 0/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
133.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Palau Timezone

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About Ngerkeai

Ngerkeai is a village in Babeldaob island, the largest island in the island nation of the Republic of Palau. The village is the administrative center of Ngiwal state of Palau.

People

Population223
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain133.8 in/yr
Sunny Days106/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population223
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates7.5546°, 134.6361°
TimezonePacific/Palau
Country🇵🇼 Palau
State / ProvinceNgiwal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation133.8 inches (3,399 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ngerkeai

Ngerkeai is a small town in Palau (Ngiwal) with a population of 223. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 133.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Palau.

Climate in Ngerkeai

Ngerkeai has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.2°C), the coldest is Feb (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3585 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.8°C / 82°F 24.4° / 31.2° 264.5
Feb 27.6°C / 82°F 24.3° / 31° 228.5
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 24.4° / 31.4° 194.0
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.8° 227.0
May 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.7° 325.2
Jun 27.9°C / 82°F 24.5° / 31.3° 392.8
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 24.4° / 30.9° 411.0
Aug 27.7°C / 82°F 24.6° / 30.8° 337.0
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 24.5° / 31° 327.8
Oct 28.1°C / 83°F 24.8° / 31.4° 294.5
Nov 28.2°C / 83°F 24.7° / 31.8° 274.4
Dec 28°C / 82°F 24.6° / 31.4° 308.7
Ngerkeai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 133.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above Palau avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days106 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2,679.6 sq mi (6,940.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates7.5546°N, 134.6361°W
TimezonePacific/Palau

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 133.8"
252% above Palau avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.87"
Driest Month (Mar) 6.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M0.0 on Jul 6, 2023.

Apr 18, 1995 14 km SE of Ngetkib, Palau M5.3 30 km
Oct 23, 2011 8 km E of Mengellang, Palau M5.3 19 km
Mar 4, 1990 120 km ESE of Kayangel, Palau M5.1 130 km
Jan 25, 2016 8 km S of Kayangel, Palau M5.0 51 km
Sep 9, 1995 28 km ENE of Mengellang, Palau M4.9 36 km
Nov 16, 2013 146 km E of Melekeok Village, Palau M4.7 148 km
Apr 3, 2013 30 km SSE of Kloulklubed, Palau M4.5 88 km
Feb 14, 1999 82 km ESE of Kayangel, Palau M4.5 85 km
Jul 6, 2023 99 km E of Kayangel, Palau M4.4 119 km
Sep 19, 2001 38 km E of Kloulklubed, Palau M4.3 60 km
Jun 25, 2020 21 km N of Mengellang, Palau M4.2 37 km
Sep 12, 2022 105 km E of Ulimang, Palau M4.2 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Surigae Category 3 142 km
2021 Rai Category 1 186 km
2015 Noul Category 2 290 km
2014 Hagupit Category 5 207 km
2013 Haiyan Category 5 76 km
2012 Bopha Category 4 117 km
2009 Parma Category 2 270 km
2002 Mitag Category 3 295 km
1990 Mike Category 5 41 km
1990 Percy Category 2 236 km
1988 Skip Category 3 162 km
1984 Agnes Category 3 183 km
1984 Ike Category 2 294 km
1982 Nelson Category 1 213 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 7.6 in
March 80°F (26°C) 6.8 in Driest
April 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in Warmest
May 80°F (27°C) 10.9 in
June 80°F (27°C) 14.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 14.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 10.0 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.9 in

Ngerkeai has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 133.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and March the driest (6.8").

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Schools in Ngerkeai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ngiwal School
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Museums in Ngerkeai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Belau National Museum
Etpison Museum

Libraries in Ngerkeai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Palau Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ngerkeai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Market

Breweries in Ngerkeai

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Red Rooster Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Ngerkeai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ngerkeai

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Roman Tmetuchl International AirportRORLarge Airport
AngaurSmall Airport
Peleliu AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Palau

🇵🇼 About Palau

Capital Melekeok
Population 17,907
Area 458 km²
GDP (USD) $276,733,063
GDP per capita $15,611
HDI 0.786
Life expectancy 69.3 years
Internet users 82.9%
Urban population 79.2%
Currency USD (Dollar)
Languages English, Palauan
Calling code +680
TLD .pw
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ngerkeai

What is the population of Ngerkeai?

Ngerkeai has a population of 223 residents and is located in Palau. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,679.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ngerkeai?

Ngerkeai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 106 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 133.8 inches.

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