Best Time to Visit Wallis and Futuna
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Wallis and Futuna.
Wallis and Futuna does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around January (27.5°C / 81.5°F) and August (55.9 mm / 2.2 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers April–October, while the wetter half runs through November–March. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 26°C / 78.8°F in July to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in January, and monthly rainfall from 55.9 mm / 2.2 in (August) to 251.5 mm / 9.9 in (January). Wallis and Futuna's climate is broadly tropical. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Wallis and Futuna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 26°C78.8°F | 55.9 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 26.5°C79.7°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 26°C78.8°F | 140 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
No month in Wallis and Futuna 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 Wallis and Futuna?
Wallis and Futuna doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on August (driest, ~55.9 mm / 2.2 in) and January (warmest, 27.5°C / 81.5°F). Regional variation within Wallis and Futuna can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Wallis and Futuna?
The rainy season in Wallis and Futuna runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 190 mm / 7.5 in. The wettest single month is January, averaging 251.5 mm / 9.9 in.
What is the dry season in Wallis and Futuna?
The drier half of the year in Wallis and Futuna covers April–October, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 190 mm / 7.5 in. The driest single month is August with about 55.9 mm / 2.2 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Wallis and Futuna?
The least comfortable months for travel in Wallis and Futuna — based on our climate data — are January, February, June, July, August, September, December. These are Wallis and Futuna's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 251.5 mm / 9.9 in in January, and temperatures bottom out at 26°C / 78.8°F in July.
Is there a shoulder season in Wallis and Futuna?
Shoulder-season months in Wallis and Futuna — 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.