The month in detail
What to expect in March
March falls in the wet season in Vanuatu. Showers are often brief but intense. With 60% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
March ranks 11 out of 12 months in Vanuatu.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.1h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 13
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Vanuatu is October (8.3/10), 3.4 pts higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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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
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Location
Where is Vanuatu ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
VanuatuTropical 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 March?
In March, the sea averages 29°C in Vanuatu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Vanuatu in March?
The average UV index reaches 8 in March in Vanuatu (high), with about 12.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.