Consisting of 63 islands, Singapore is located just one degree north of the equator, at the southern tip of the Malayan Peninsula. Therefore, it comes as no surprise to hear that the country’s climate is classified as equatorial, characterised by the uniformity of its seasons, high humidity and abundant rainfall.

Singapore’s temperatures usually hover between 23 °C and 31 °C, June being the hottest month of the season, closely followed by May. Temperatures tend to rise during the two months as a result of light winds and strong sunshine.

Average Temperature

Average Rainfall

In the early hours of the morning relative humidity rises to 90% dropping to a more pleasant 60% in mid-afternoon, and on occasions going below 50%. However, during prolonged periods of heavy rainfalls, relative humidity often reaches 100%. The average annual rainfall is around 2,370 mm (93 in) and the western side of the island tends to be wetter than the south. The bulk of Singapore’s rain falls during November and December.

Singapore weather is also characterised by its two monsoon seasons. Between December and early March, the Northeast Monsoon is in full swing; northeast winds prevail, clouds are permanently perched over the island and during the afternoons showers are a common occurrence. However, occasionally showers become heavy downpours, reigning supreme over the land for a period that lasts from 1 to 3 days at a stretch. By February though, conditions return to their usual dry disposition. Commencing in June and coming to its abrupt end some time in September, the Southeast Monsoon season is characterised by southeast and southwest winds as well as the infrequent drizzle that intercepts normal weather patterns in the late morning and early afternoon. Periods between monsoon seasons receive considerably less rain and wind.