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Weather & Climate in Colonia, Micronesia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Colonia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 109.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet.
Temperature
81°F Jan (27°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above US avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 140 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 133.6 sq mi (345.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5164°N, 138.1217°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Chuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
82 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.3.
| Sep 26, 1993 | 54 km NNE of Colonia, Micronesia | M6.3 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Nov 19, 2013 | 80 km SE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.9 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Oct 6, 2011 | 24 km NNE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.8 | 25 km | 20 km |
| Jun 13, 1990 | 10 km SE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.6 | 11 km | 21 km |
| Feb 8, 2008 | 11 km ESE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.4 | 12 km | 35 km |
| Feb 26, 2021 | 117 km SSW of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.4 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 1993 | 123 km S of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.3 | 124 km | 16 km |
| Jun 21, 2020 | 38 km ENE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.3 | 38 km | 10 km |
| Jan 20, 2014 | 56 km SSE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.2 | 57 km | 22 km |
| Feb 7, 2023 | State of Yap, Federated States of Micronesia | M5.2 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2023 | 34 km NE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.1 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2021 | 112 km SSW of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2016 | 138 km SSW of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jan 13, 2004 | 108 km NE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.0 | 108 km | 63 km |
| Nov 19, 2013 | 95 km SE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.0 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 2010 | 140 km SSW of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.0 | 141 km | 35 km |
| Jan 2, 2020 | 2 km ENE of Colonia, Micronesia | M5.0 | 3 km | 46 km |
| Feb 26, 2021 | 105 km S of Colonia, Micronesia | M4.9 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 2014 | 50 km S of Colonia, Micronesia | M4.9 | 51 km | 34 km |
| Aug 23, 2000 | 29 km NNE of Colonia, Micronesia | M4.9 | 29 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
30 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2019 | Kammuri | Category 1 | 75 mph | 290 km |
| 2016 | Haima | Category 2 | 92 mph | 161 km |
| 2015 | Maysak | Category 5 | 121 mph | 108 km |
| 2015 | Noul | Category 2 | 86 mph | 16 km |
| 2014 | Hagupit | Category 4 | 98 mph | 127 km |
| 2013 | Haiyan | Category 5 | 121 mph | 214 km |
| 2009 | Parma | Category 2 | 81 mph | 152 km |
| 2005 | Nesat | Category 4 | 104 mph | 191 km |
| 2004 | Sudal | Category 4 | 98 mph | 38 km |
| 2004 | Nanmadol | Category 2 | 86 mph | 21 km |
| 2004 | Dianmu | Category 2 | 92 mph | 154 km |
| 2003 | Lupit | Category 4 | 98 mph | 222 km |
| 2003 | Imbudo | Category 1 | 63 mph | 228 km |
| 2002 | Mitag | Category 3 | 86 mph | 81 km |
| 1996 | Fern | Category 1 | 69 mph | 88 km |
| 1993 | Koryn | Category 1 | 69 mph | 251 km |
| 1990 | Mike | Category 4 | 86 mph | 80 km |
| 1990 | Percy | Category 2 | 75 mph | 114 km |
| 1990 | Owen | Category 1 | 86 mph | 283 km |
| 1990 | Page | Category 1 | 81 mph | 267 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in |
Colonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.2") and March the driest (5.0").