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Ngerulmud, Palau
Melekeok · Palau
Ngerulmud is a small town in Melekeok, Palau with a population of 1. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ngerulmud
Ngerulmud is the seat of government of the Republic of Palau, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean. It replaced Koror City as the capital in October 2006. The settlement is located in the state of Melekeok on Babeldaob, the country's largest island, located 20 kilometers northeast of Koror City and 2 km northwest of Melekeok City. Melekeok is a state and settlement in Palau located on Babeldaob Island.
With no permanent fixed population, it is the least-populous capital city of a sovereign nation in the world.
People
Climate
| Population | 1 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5008°, 134.6238° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Palau |
| Country | 🇵🇼 Palau |
| State / Province | Melekeok |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 133.8 inches (3,399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ngerulmud
Ngerulmud is a small town in Palau (Melekeok) with a population of 1. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 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 Ngerulmud
Ngerulmud 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Palau avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 106 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 2,679.6 sq mi (6,940.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5008°N, 134.6238°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Palau |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Ngerulmud 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").
Museums in Ngerulmud
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belau National Museum | ||||
| Etpison Museum |
Libraries in Ngerulmud
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palau Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ngerulmud
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market |
Breweries in Ngerulmud
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rooster Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Ngerulmud
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ngerulmud
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Roman Tmetuchl International Airport | ROR | Large Airport |
| Angaur | — | Small Airport |
| Peleliu Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ngerulmud?
Ngerulmud has a population of 1 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 Ngerulmud?
Ngerulmud 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.