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Vanuatu in October: go or not?

Good time. Vanuatu in October gets 7.7/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 17.73°S · 168.32°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Vanuatu · October
7.7
22–27°
Temperature
55%
Rain
7h
Sun
🌴 Tropical☀️ High UV🌧️ Monsoon season
Photo : Goya Studio via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in October

October falls in the wet season in Vanuatu. Showers are often brief but intense. With 55.0% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.

October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Vanuatu. Compared to September: +2°F daytime, 13 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in October

UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is October the right month?

The best month in Vanuatu is June (8.0/10), 0.3 pt higher than October.

See June →See all 12 months →
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 October?
In October, the sea averages 80°F in Vanuatu: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Vanuatu in October?
The average UV index reaches 8 in October in Vanuatu (high), with about 12.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.