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The best time to visit Kotu Beach for hiking is January, February, March, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Kotu Beach, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Kotu Beach
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 0 |
February | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 0 |
March | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 0 |
April | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 0 |
May | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 4 |
June | 30Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 73 |
July | 9Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 28° | 224 |
August | 5Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 359 |
September | 10Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 263 |
October | 31Poor Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 82 |
November | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 5 |
December | 45Poor Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 0 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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