Aguiguan
Island Small uninhabited Mariana island with steep coastal cliffs
Aguiguan (Aguijan), south of Tinian in the Mariana chain, is a small largely uninhabited island; boaters and birdwatchers visit for seabird colonies and snorkeling along rocky shores, with limited access.
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Aguiguan (also spelled Aguijan) is a small, uninhabited island in the Northern Mariana Islands, administered as part of Tinian Municipality. The island is limestone in origin, lies just south of Tinian and has no permanent population.
Historically it has been used intermittently for grazing and small-scale subsistence activities by nearby islanders; today it is largely a wildlife refuge with seabird colonies and native vegetation. Access is by small boat from Tinian and visits are infrequent.
Geographically it sits a short distance south of the island of Tinian in the western Pacific and is part of the Northern Mariana archipelago.
- Administrative status: Administratively part of Tinian Municipality in the Northern Mariana Islands and commonly referred to as Aguijan or "Goat Island."
How to Get to Aguiguan #
Aguiguan is reached by private boat from Tinian. There are no regular ferry services; visits should be coordinated with licensed local skippers familiar with the reefed approach and local weather patterns.
Tips for Visiting Aguiguan #
- If attempting a visit (rare and restricted), coordinate with Tinian authorities - Aguiguan is administered as part of Tinian Municipality.
- The island is known locally as Goat Island; there is no infrastructure - plan for a self-contained day trip and respect local conservation rules.
- Because of currents and coral reefs, only experienced small-boat operators should attempt landings.
Best Time to Visit Aguiguan #
Best accessed in the dry season with competent local operators; otherwise the island is largely inaccessible.
Weather & Climate near Aguiguan #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2046 mm/year), wettest in September.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).
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May
May is hot with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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June
June is the hottest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 26°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).
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July
July is hot with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (246 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (308 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (343 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (273 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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