Fana Island
Island Small Palauan island in Sonsorol state
One of Palau’s remote Sonsorol islands, Fana Island attracts divers and snorkelers to its coral reefs and visitors interested in traditional island life; access is limited and typically by inter-island boat.
How to Get to Fana Island #
Fana Island is reached by boat from Palau’s main islands or via inter-island charters; scheduled services are rare. Visitors typically arrange passage through local operators in Koror or by contacting Sonsorol state administrators. Expect multi-hour open-boat crossings and bring provisions.
Tips for Visiting Fana Island #
- Arrange passage on a private boat from Kosrae or from the main islands of Palau - scheduled ferries to Sonsorol state are rare.
- Bring a rigid dry bag and insect protection; remoteness means no shops or services on the atoll.
- Respect local custom: Sonsorol communities are tightly knit and access may be limited - ask permission if landing on inhabited islets.
Best Time to Visit Fana Island #
Fana Island and the Sonsorol group are best reached in the drier months when sea conditions are gentler; travel remains dependent on charter logistics.
Weather & Climate near Fana Island #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2965 mm/year), wettest in January, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (297 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (231 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (220 mm).
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April
April is hot with highs of 32°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (226 mm).
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May
May is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (247 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (271 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (294 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (246 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (215 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (224 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (225 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (269 mm).
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