Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument

Historical Site World War II US military monument on Roi-Namur

Roi‑Namur on Kwajalein Atoll holds US National Historic Landmark status for World War II sites; visitors research wartime history, visit memorials, and note the coastal terrain.

Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument
Roi‑Namur, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
9.3968, 167.4769

How to Get to Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument #

Roi‑Namur is reached via Kwajalein International Airport (KWA). Travel is controlled by U.S. Army Garrison Kwajalein; civilian access normally requires prior approval or travel on an authorized tour or vessel that calls at Kwajalein Atoll. Visitors typically transit through Honolulu or Majuro for flights; check garrison visitor policies well before travel.

Tips for Visiting Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument #

  • Plan well in advance - Roi‑Namur lies on U.S. Army Garrison Kwajalein and public access is strictly controlled; civilian visits typically require sponsorship or travel via approved tours.
  • Bring insect repellent and sun protection; the atoll is exposed and the wartime relics have no shade.
  • Respect restricted zones: many wrecks, gun emplacements and bomb craters are preserved but located inside military areas where photography may be limited.

Best Time to Visit Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument #

Access is governed by U.S. military administration of Kwajalein - practical timing for visitors is determined by garrison schedules and available transport to the atoll.

Dry season
December-April · 27-31°C
Sunnier skies and calmer seas; most visiting vessels schedule trips during these months.
Wet season
May-November · 26-30°C
Warmer, wetter and more hurricane-prone; access can be disrupted by storms or military operations.

Weather & Climate near Roi-Namur US National Historic Landmark Monument #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 25°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2395 mm/year), wettest in September.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
6.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (182 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

182 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (212 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

212 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (208 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

208 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (243 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

243 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (255 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

255 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (293 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

293 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (292 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

292 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Heavy rain (250 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°

Weather

250 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (178 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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