Vanuatu Weather in December 2026: what to expect (7.6/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

December falls in the wet season in Vanuatu. Showers are often brief but intense. With 66.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.

December ranks 8 out of 12 months in Vanuatu.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

8 · very high

protection essential

Feels like

muggy at times

21°

Sea

29°C

warm, ideal

Daylight

13.1h of daylight

Air quality

excellent

AQI 15

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Vanuatu is June (8.0/10), 0.4 pt higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Vanuatu is an archipelago of 83 islands in the South Pacific: 320,000 inhabitants, capital Port Vila on Efate, former Franco-British condominium of the New Hebrides (independence 1980). Active volcanoes accessible to tourists.

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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 · 84°F

❄️Coolest monthJuly · 77°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 85%

🏝️ 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

Vanuatu

Tropical climate with a 8.0 → 4.6 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?

June is the best month with 79°F highs, 72°F lows, 6.7h of sunshine and 39.0% rainy days. The months of June & July offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Vanuatu get in June?

Vanuatu averages 6.7 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.

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 June?

In June, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.

Is Vanuatu good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Vanuatu scores 6.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.4/10.

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 December?

In December, the sea averages 85°F in Vanuatu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.

Do you need sun protection in Vanuatu in December?

The average UV index reaches 8 in December in Vanuatu (very high), with about 13.1h of daylight. Protection essential.