Vanuatu, VanuatuQuick decision
When to visit Vanuatu?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
72°F–79°F in June
🌧 Least rain
39% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
February (85%)
📅 Best score
7.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Yasur VolcanoYear-round — accessible active volcano, nighttime eruptions.
SS President Coolidge wreckApr–Oct — world's largest diveable wreck, Espiritu Santo.
Naghol land divingApr–Jun — original bungee jumping ritual, Pentecost Island.
Blue Lagoon & Champagne BeachMay–Oct — crystal waters, wild beaches.
Monthly climate data
Vanuatu weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 75°F | 84°F | 74% | 0.3in | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 75°F | 84°F | 85% | 0.4in | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ March | 75°F | 84°F | 81% | 0.4in | 11.6h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ April | 75°F | 82°F | 70% | 0.3in | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 73°F | 79°F | 45% | 0.2in | 10.8h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 72°F | 79°F | 39% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 72°F | 77°F | 37% | 0.1in | 10.3h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 70°F | 77°F | 39% | 0.1in | 10.8h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 72°F | 79°F | 42% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 72°F | 81°F | 55% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ November | 73°F | 82°F | 62% | 0.2in | 12.6h | 7.6/10 |
| ⛅ December | 75°F | 82°F | 66% | 0.2in | 12.7h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 28°F, 65% rainy days, 11.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 25°F, 38% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 27°F, 53% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 29°F, 75% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 39% rainy days and 26°F. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
February is the wettest month with 85% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 26°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.3/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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