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Vanuatu in July: go or not?

Excellent time. Vanuatu in July scores 8.0/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 17.73°S · 168.32°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Vanuatu · July
8.0
22–25°
Temperature
33%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
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The month in detail

What to expect in July

Even in winter, Vanuatu enjoys 25°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Expect rain on 33% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if October (8.3/10) remains theoretically better.

July ranks 4 out of 12 months in Vanuatu. Compared to June: 5 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in July

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
16°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is July the right month?

The best month in Vanuatu is October (8.3/10), 0.3 pt higher than July.

See October →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · Vanuatu

🗣️LanguageBislama
💶CurrencyVatu vanuatuan (Vt)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 60%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
Location

Where is Vanuatu ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Vanuatu
Tropical climate with a 8.3 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.73°S · 168.32°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Vanuatu?
October is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 7.0h of sunshine and 27.0% rainy days. The months of October & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Vanuatu get in October?
Vanuatu averages 7.0 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Vanuatu?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Vanuatu in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Vanuatu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Vanuatu scores 6.5/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Vanuatu?
February is the most difficult month to visit Vanuatu, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Vanuatu in July?
In July, the sea averages 27°C in Vanuatu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Vanuatu in July?
The average UV index reaches 5 in July in Vanuatu (moderate), with about 11.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.