Weather in Federated States of Micronesia

About Federated States of Micronesia

Federated States of Micronesia anchors the legendary Truk Lagoon, where Japanese ships sunk in WWII rest on the seafloor in crystalline water. The 600+ islands scatter across vast distances, each preserving unique Micronesian cultures.

Country

Micronesia

Best months to visit

Year-round

Currency

USD

Language

English, Chuukese, local languages

Things to do in Federated States of Micronesia

Dive Truk Lagoon WWII wrecks Snorkel pristine atolls Visit tribal villages Fish for tuna and wahoo Hike volcanic islands Camp on remote motus

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

February

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

March

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

April

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

May

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

June

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

July

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

August

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

September

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

October

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

November

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

December

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

The Federated States of Micronesia spreads more than 600 islands across the western Pacific, its scattered atolls hiding some of the region's most remarkable sights — the stone city of Nan Madol on Pohnpei, built on a lagoon from massive basalt columns, and the WWII 'ghost fleet' of Japanese ships sunk in Chuuk Lagoon, now one of the world's premier wreck-diving destinations.

Best areas to stay in Federated States of Micronesia

Pohnpei

The federation's capital state, home to Nan Madol's ancient ruins and lush, mountainous interior with waterfalls.

Chuuk

Known internationally for the WWII wrecks of Chuuk Lagoon, a major draw for wreck divers.

Yap

Known for its traditional culture, including large stone money discs and traditional villages still using customary dress.

Kosrae

A quiet, less-visited state with mangrove forests, ancient ruins at Lelu and good diving on its barrier reef.

Getting to Federated States of Micronesia

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Flights

Fly into Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap or Kosrae international airports, typically via Guam or Honolulu.

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From London

~28-36 hours from London including connections.

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Getting around

Domestic flights connect the four states; boats and a few local taxis cover travel within each island.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Micronesia?

December to April offers slightly drier conditions, though the climate is warm and humid year-round with a risk of typhoons most prominent July to November.

What is Nan Madol?

An ancient ceremonial city on Pohnpei built from massive basalt columns over an artificial lagoon, sometimes called the 'Venice of the Pacific' and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

What is Chuuk Lagoon famous for?

It's home to dozens of Japanese WWII shipwrecks sunk during a single US air raid in 1944, now an internationally renowned wreck-diving site.

How do I get between the islands?

Domestic flights connect the four main states (Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, Kosrae); inter-island travel within each state often relies on boats.

What language is spoken?

English is official across the federation, alongside numerous local languages including Yapese, Chuukese, Pohnpeian and Kosraean.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Diving the wrecks in Chuuk Lagoon was extraordinary — entire ships with cargo, gas masks and tanks still visible after 80 years underwater.

Robert C. · March 2024

★★★★★

Walking through the basalt ruins of Nan Madol on Pohnpei, half-submerged in mangroves, felt like discovering a lost city most people have never heard of.

Lina O. · February 2023

★★★★☆

Yap's traditional villages and stone money sites gave a much deeper sense of Micronesian culture than I expected from a diving-focused trip.

Tomasz K. · April 2024