Yap Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Yap, Micronesia in October.

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Colonia Ulithi

Thinking about venturing to Yap, Micronesia this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Yap in October

Yap, Micronesia is a region in Micronesia. October in Yap generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Ulithi. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Yap, Micronesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Ulithi with an average of 276 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Colonia with 284 mm (11 in).

Explore Yap by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yap — and find the best time to visit. (based on Colonia)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May30°C (86°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Yap in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Yap.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Yap

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Yap, Micronesia?

Temperature range in Yap (October)

Precipitation variation in Yap (October)

Ulithi

In October Ulithi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
324 mm (13 in)
276 mm (11 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ulithi →

Colonia

In October Colonia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
183 hours
169 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
315 mm (12 in)
284 mm (11 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Colonia →

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In our records: Micronesia October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Micronesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest October night in Micronesia dropped to 17°C (63°F) in Ponape on October 29, 1984.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Yap in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Colonia 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 284 mm (11 in)
Ulithi 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 276 mm (11 in)

Yap weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Yap, Micronesia in October?

October in Yap, Micronesia brings poor weather. In Ulithi, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Yap, Micronesia in October?

Ulithi averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does Yap, Micronesia get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Yap, Micronesia, with Ulithi averaging around 276 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Yap, Micronesia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ulithi, October may not be the ideal time to visit Yap, Micronesia.

On average, the best time to visit Yap, Micronesia is in January, February, March and April with generally pleasant weather in Ulithi. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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