Best Time to Visit Solomon Islands
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Solomon Islands.
Solomon Islands does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around April (28°C / 82.4°F) and February (280 mm / 11 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers June–September and November–April, while the wetter half runs through May and October. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 27°C / 80.6°F in January to 28°C / 82.4°F in April, and monthly rainfall from 280 mm / 11 in (February) to 340 mm / 13.4 in (May). Solomon Islands's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Solomon Islands can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 27°C80.6°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.5°C81.5°F | 300 mm11.8″ | Tropical |
| January | 27°C80.6°F | 300 mm11.8″ | Tropical |
No month in Solomon Islands fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Solomon Islands?
Solomon Islands doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~280 mm / 11 in) and April (warmest, 28°C / 82.4°F). Regional variation within Solomon Islands can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Solomon Islands?
The rainy season in Solomon Islands runs through May and October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 320 mm / 12.6 in. The wettest single month is May, averaging 340 mm / 13.4 in.
What is the dry season in Solomon Islands?
The drier half of the year in Solomon Islands covers June–September and November–April, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 320 mm / 12.6 in. The driest single month is February with about 280 mm / 11 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Solomon Islands?
The least comfortable months for travel in Solomon Islands — based on our climate data — are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are Solomon Islands's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 340 mm / 13.4 in in May, and temperatures bottom out at 27°C / 80.6°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Solomon Islands?
Shoulder-season months in Solomon Islands — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.