Palau Weather Forecast
Palau weather: 79°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Palau?
Yes - rain is likely in Palau today.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 3,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon and Tue.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (3,9 in against a typical 4,8 in).
16-day forecast for Palau
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sep 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 83° / 76° | 73% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 75° | 99% · 0,6 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 84° / 75° | 96% · 0,7 in | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 77° | 71% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light showers | 83° / 76° | 80% · 0,5 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 75° | 94% · 1,0 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Light showers | 84° / 74° | 90% · 0,5 in | 14 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 78° | 85% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 76° | 79% · 0,2 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 75° | 57% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 77° | 53% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 78° | 45% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 84° / 77° | 71% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 76° | 80% · 0,1 in | 4 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 76° | 80% · 0,2 in | 6 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light showers | 81° / 75° | 67% · 0,5 in | 8 mph | 2 |
What this means for Palau
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month.
A 73% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 34°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, May and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Palau?
Palau is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are 7.5, 134.6242. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Palau right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Palau?
January, June and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Palau, which has a tropical climate. April, May and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Palau in?
Palau observes Pacific/Palau (UTC+09:00). The local time is 2:55 AM.
How many people live in Palau?
Palau has a population of approximately 18.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 2:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
