What the governments of the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada tell their own citizens about travelling to Micronesia, in their own words, plus practical help with packing.
Travel advice levels
Each government rates the risks for its own citizens, on its own scale. The levels are shown exactly as published; they are not equivalent to each other and are not combined here.
UK
United KingdomForeign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Advice for Federated States of Micronesia
Does not advise against travel
No numbered levels
Updated 19 March 2026
Latest change, in the source's words:Updated information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).
The official source shows no update to this advice in over 12 months. Check the official page for the current version.
Trip Rulebook could not refresh this source since 30 September 2026. The official website may have newer advice.
Emergency numbers
From the section “Emergency services in the Federated States of Micronesia” of the UK government's travel advice for Federated States of Micronesia, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Telephone: 911 (ambulance, fire, police)
Local laws and customs
From the section “Laws and cultural differences” of the UK government's travel advice for Federated States of Micronesia, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
Illegal drugs and prison sentences
There are heavy penalties for drug offences. If convicted, you risk a fine and a long prison sentence.
LGBT+ travellers
Same-sex relationships are not widely accepted in the Federated States of Micronesia. Same-sex couples showing affection in public may attract unwanted and negative attention.
From the section “Medication” of the UK government's travel advice for Federated States of Micronesia, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
From the section “Extreme weather and natural disasters” of the UK government's travel advice for Federated States of Micronesia, written for British travellers. Reproduced without changes to the wording; formatting adapted.
The islands of the Micronesia region are vulnerable to natural disasters, including tropical cyclones, floods and severe droughts. Monitor local news and check World Meteorological Organisation weather reports for Micronesia. Follow any instructions issued by the local authorities.
Practical suggestions from Trip Rulebook, based on open data and fixed rules. They are not safety or legal advice: rules on clothing, medicines and restricted items are covered only by the official text on this page.
Chargers and plugs
Plug typesAB
Voltage120/208 V
Frequency60 Hz
Plug and voltage data: Wikipedia, “Mains electricity by country”, CC BY-SA 4.0 (licence), retrieved 2026-09-29. Sockets in hotels can differ; the label on your charger (for example “INPUT 100–240V”) tells you which voltages it accepts.
Clothes for the weather
Rainfall Average temperature
January
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
25 °C (76 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
282 mm (11.1 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
February
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (76 °F)
Highs
30 °C (86 °F)
Rain
224 mm (8.8 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
March
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (76 °F)
Highs
30 °C (87 °F)
Rain
277 mm (10.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
April
Average
28 °C (82 °F)
Lows
25 °C (76 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
348 mm (13.7 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
May
Average
28 °C (82 °F)
Lows
25 °C (76 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
377 mm (14.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
June
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (76 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
346 mm (13.6 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
July
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (75 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
355 mm (14.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
August
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (74 °F)
Highs
31 °C (87 °F)
Rain
343 mm (13.5 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
September
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (74 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
353 mm (13.9 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
October
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (74 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
333 mm (13.1 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
November
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (75 °F)
Highs
31 °C (88 °F)
Rain
330 mm (13.0 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
December
Average
27 °C (81 °F)
Lows
24 °C (76 °F)
Highs
30 °C (87 °F)
Rain
350 mm (13.8 in)
Light, breathable clothes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Very wet month on average: waterproof jacket, quick-dry clothes and a dry bag.
National averages for 1991-2020. Coasts, mountains and regions can be very different, and any given year can be warmer, colder or wetter. Suggestions come from fixed rules based on these averages. Climate data: World Bank Climate Change Knowledge Portal, observed climate data (CRU TS), CRU TS (cru_ts4.09), Climatic Research Unit, University of East Anglia, CC BY 4.0 (licence).
Visa and entry rules depend on your nationality and change often, so Trip Rulebook does not summarise them. Each government explains the rules for its own citizens. If you travel on another passport, check with the embassy or the official immigration website of Micronesia.
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