Ngerekebesang
Island Island in Palau near Koror with residential communities
Ngerekebesang Island, part of Koror state, hosts residential villages and shoreline access; visitors pass through for local boat crossings, community visits and short coastal walks between Koror’s islets.
Ngerekebesang is an inhabited island in the state of Koror, Republic of Palau, located within the lagoon near Koror Island. It contains residential settlements and local infrastructure that serve the nearby urban and administrative areas.
The island forms part of the closely spaced island network that makes up Koror’s settled lagoon, and it is connected by local boat routes and short road links to adjacent islands and the main commercial centres. Local land use is primarily residential with associated community services.
As part of Koror state, Ngerekebesang sits within Palau’s compact island geography and is accessible from the larger population centres of Koror by short water or road connections depending on local routes. It lies within the central island group of the country.
- Location within Koror: The island is part of Koror state and lies within Koror's lagoon system, close to the main urban areas of Koror town.
How to Get to Ngerekebesang #
Ngerekebesang is accessible by boat or short taxi from Koror’s main wharves; some resort transfers include private boats. Walking between villages on the island is straightforward.
Tips for Visiting Ngerekebesang #
- If visiting multiple islands, check ferry schedules-connections to Koror and other islands can be infrequent.
- Respect local villages on Ngerekebesang Island; some areas are residential and not intended for tourists.
- Bring reef-safe sunscreen if planning to snorkel-local reefs are fragile.
Best Time to Visit Ngerekebesang #
Best visited in the dry season for diving and boat trips; year-round tropical climate means warm water and humidity.
Weather & Climate near Ngerekebesang #
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3556 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (275 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (218 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm).
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (222 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (277 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (416 mm).
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (419 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (360 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (287 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (325 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (266 mm).
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December
December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (294 mm).
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