Best Time to Visit Solomon Islands
Best time to visit Solomon Islands: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Solomon Islands
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Solomon Islands month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85° | 75° | 19,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 86° | 76° | 12,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 85° | 75° | 13,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 85° | 75° | 10,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 85° | 75° | 7,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 85° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 84° | 74° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 74° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 74° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 86° | 74° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 86° | 75° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 86° | 75° | 19,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Solomon Islands is a country in Oceania. Solomon Islands is a country in Oceania with its capital at Honiara. It has a population of about 740.000. The capital is Honiara.
Right now it is 78°F (26°C) in Solomon Islands with thunderstorm. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 75°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Solomon Islands is June, July, August and September. The climate is tropical. January, February and April tend to be the least comfortable months. November is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 84°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Solomon Islands today at 9.6/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Solomon Islands right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:21 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 83° / 72°
Light drizzle · 79% rain · wind 5 mph
🌦️ 83° / 74°
Light drizzle · 71% rain · wind 3 mph
Quick facts about Solomon Islands
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 9°26′44.2″S 159°58′22.4″E (-9.4456, 159.9729) |
| Capital | Honiara |
| Population | 740.000 |
| Area | 11.157 sq mi |
| ISO code | SB |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | SLB |
| Currency | Solomon Islands dollar (SBD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +677 |
| Time zone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Local time | 12:21 AM (UTC+11:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Solomon Islands?
Solomon Islands is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -9.4456, 159.9729. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Solomon Islands right now?
It is currently 78°F (26°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 96% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Solomon Islands?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Solomon Islands, which has a tropical climate. January, February and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Solomon Islands in?
Solomon Islands observes Pacific/Guadalcanal (UTC+11:00). The local time is 12:21 AM.
How many people live in Solomon Islands?
Solomon Islands has a population of approximately 740.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 12:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
