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National Archives of the Marshall Islands

Museum

On Majuro Atoll, the National Archives of the Marshall Islands preserves government records, oral histories and colonial-era documents; researchers visit for genealogy, land records and local history.

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Address: Majuro Atoll, Marshall Islands

About National Archives of the Marshall Islands

The National Archives of the Marshall Islands is the government repository located in Majuro Atoll that holds official records and historical documents for the Republic of the Marshall Islands. It serves as the central archival institution for national records.

A working archives rather than a tourist-oriented museum; researchers and members of the public can consult government records and historical materials subject to the archives’ access policies. Holdings typically include administrative records, legal documents and locally significant materials.

Established to preserve the documentary heritage of the Marshall Islands, the institution has been the primary repository for national records since national government structures were developed.

Located on Majuro Atoll in the capital atoll of the Marshall Islands, within the urban area of Majuro.

Tips for Visiting National Archives of the Marshall Islands

  • Contact the archives ahead of your visit to confirm opening hours and whether you need an appointment-staff and access can be limited on small Pacific atoll institutions.
  • If you're researching family or government records, ask in advance which collections are available digitally or on-site so staff can pull materials for you when you arrive.
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Best Time to Visit National Archives of the Marshall Islands

For the National Archives of the Marshall Islands, plan weekday visits during normal business hours for best access and staff support.

Weekday mornings (best access)
Year‑round (Mon-Fri mornings) · Around 27-31°C
Best time for staff assistance and quieter research conditions at the National Archives of the Marshall Islands.
Weekends & public holidays
Year‑round (Weekends & public holidays) · Around 27-31°C
Likely limited service or closures; plan archival research visits on weekdays when staffing is available.

Weather & Climate near National Archives of the Marshall Islands

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C. Heavy rainfall (3261 mm/year), wettest in October.

Air Quality: AQI 12 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 24° - 29° 26° 192 mm overcast 79% 5.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.6h
February Good 24° - 29° 26° 170 mm overcast 79% 5.7 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
March Good 24° - 29° 27° 196 mm overcast 80% 5.4 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Good 24° - 29° 27° 279 mm overcast 82% 4.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
May Good 24° - 29° 27° 296 mm overcast 83% 4.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.3h
June Very Good 24° - 29° 27° 280 mm partly cloudy 82% 4.0 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.4h
July Very Good 24° - 29° 27° 309 mm partly cloudy 82% 3.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.4h
August Very Good 24° - 29° 27° 300 mm partly cloudy 82% 3.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
September Good 24° - 30° 27° 301 mm overcast 81% 3.6 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.1h
October Good 24° - 30° 27° 339 mm overcast 81% 3.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.8h
November Good 24° - 29° 27° 313 mm overcast 81% 4.1 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
December Good 24° - 29° 26° 286 mm overcast 80% 5.1 m/s 1.9 very high 11.6h