Vavaea, Solomon Islands experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 27 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Vavaea, Solomon Islands Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Vavaea, Solomon Islands. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
2.2/10
Best: July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 25°C
Feels Like 35°C / 31°C
Rainy Days 27
Rainfall 328 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 89%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 25°C
Hottest Month
30°C
January
Avg Low26°C
Rain28days
Coldest Month
25°C
August
Avg High29°C
Rain27days
Driest Month
24days
July
Avg High29°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
September (Gusts 36)
Sea Temperature
29°C – 31°C
Warmest water: January (
30.7°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, October, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:35
Daylight 11.6h
Sunset 18:09
Live conditions—
Vavaea on the map · live conditions
Vavaea, Solomon Islands
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Solomon Islands
- City
- Vavaea
- Population
- 10.8K
- Coordinates
- -9.44°, 159.96°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 25 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 26°C . Feb: 29°C / 26°C . Mar: 29°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 29°C / 26°C . Jun: 29°C / 26°C . Jul: 29°C / 26°C . Aug: 29°C / 25°C . Sep: 29°C / 26°C . Oct: 29°C / 25°C . Nov: 29°C / 25°C . Dec: 29°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 434 mm. Feb: 418 mm. Mar: 408 mm. Apr: 362 mm. May: 284 mm. Jun: 195 mm. Jul: 230 mm. Aug: 237 mm. Sep: 259 mm. Oct: 285 mm. Nov: 378 mm. Dec: 451 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 89%. Feb: 90%. Mar: 90%. Apr: 90%. May: 89%. Jun: 88%. Jul: 87%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 87%. Oct: 88%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 90%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 14 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 13 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 14 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 16 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 12 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 8h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 31°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 31°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 31°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Nov 2025 · 30°C | Jan · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Apr 2025 · 25°C | Aug · 25°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 560 mm | Dec · 451 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 18 km/h | Sep · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 28days (434 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 27days (418 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 28days (408 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 27days (362 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 31°C | 28days (284 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 25days (195 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 24days (230 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 29°C / 25°C | 34°C / 30°C | 27days (237 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 26days (259 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 27days (285 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 29days (378 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 29days (451 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Vavaea are July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Vavaea, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Vavaea is January, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Vavaea is August, with average overnight lows of 25°C (78°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Vavaea is December, averaging 451mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Vavaea runs through November, December, January, March, with the heaviest rainfall in November. Based on 10-year averages for Vavaea.
Vavaea receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Vavaea.
The least favorable months to visit Vavaea are February, March, October, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Vavaea is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Vavaea is 89%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 30°C (86°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Vavaea are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 36 km/h / 22 mph).
Vavaea averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 81%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in Vavaea is 25°C (77°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Vavaea has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Vavaea ranges from 31°C (88°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Vavaea, with a climate score of 2.5/10. Consider visiting during July, August instead for better conditions.
For June in Vavaea, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 25 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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