Our verdict
The best time to visit Nukuʻalofa is May-October
The warmest month of the year in Nukuʻalofa is May, where the average temperature gets to around 31℃ (88℉), but temperatures can reach as high as 32℃ (89℉) on the hottest days in summer. The weather in the winter, especially around January, can reach a minimum of 23℃ (74℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Nukuʻalofa, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around June. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Nukuʻalofa in July – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Nukuʻalofa, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Nukuʻalofa seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Nukuʻalofa as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Nukuʻalofa is in the Southern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | December to February |
| Autumn/fall | March to May |
| Winter | June to August |
| Spring | September to November |
Average temperatures in Nukuʻalofa
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Nukuʻalofa for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Nukuʻalofa climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Nukuʻalofa for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Nukuʻalofa in January
- Average temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in January, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in February
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in March
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in April
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (87℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 63mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Nukuʻalofa in May
- Average temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 103mm (4") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Nukuʻalofa in June
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (87℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 2 days
- Average rainfall: 131mm (5") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Nukuʻalofa in July
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 143mm (6") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in August
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 125mm (5") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in September
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 2 days
- Average rainfall: 120mm (5") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Nukuʻalofa in October
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 129mm (5") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in November
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 99mm (4") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Nukuʻalofa in December
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 118mm (5") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nukuʻalofa in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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