Best Time to Visit Vanuatu
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Vanuatu.
Vanuatu does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around January (27°C / 80.6°F) and August (95 mm / 3.7 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers May–November, while the wetter half runs through December–April. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 22.8°C / 73°F in July to 27°C / 80.6°F in January, and monthly rainfall from 95 mm / 3.7 in (August) to 315 mm / 12.4 in (March). Vanuatu's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Vanuatu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 23.2°C73.8°F | 95 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 22.8°C73°F | 95 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| October | 24.2°C75.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
No month in Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu?
Vanuatu doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on August (driest, ~95 mm / 3.7 in) and January (warmest, 27°C / 80.6°F). Regional variation within Vanuatu can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Vanuatu?
The rainy season in Vanuatu runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 170 mm / 6.7 in. The wettest single month is March, averaging 315 mm / 12.4 in.
What is the dry season in Vanuatu?
The drier half of the year in Vanuatu covers May–November, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 170 mm / 6.7 in. The driest single month is August with about 95 mm / 3.7 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Vanuatu?
The least comfortable months for travel in Vanuatu — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, June, July, August, September. These are Vanuatu's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 315 mm / 12.4 in in March, and temperatures bottom out at 22.8°C / 73°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Vanuatu?
Shoulder-season months in Vanuatu — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include 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.