Marshalls's climate is tropical oceanic and cooled year-round by the northeast trades. October and November are in rainy season. Winter time can be stormy. The Marshall Islands are 12 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean time. Ebeye has one public hospital.
Most outer islands have medical dispensaries.
Local transportation includes taxis and rental cars. All visitors must hold a valid passport and must possess an onward air or sea ticket. Customs declararions forms are required upon arrival. Importing firearms, ammunition and drugs is strictly prohibited. Certification from Quarantine division for birds, plants and fruits required.