Best Time to Visit Solomon Islands
Best time to visit Solomon Islands: June, July and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Solomon Islands
Go in June, July 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° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 85° | 74° | 3,8 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 - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- 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 89°F (31°C) in Solomon Islands with clear sky. It feels like 99°F. Today runs from 76°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 59%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Solomon Islands is June, July 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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 89°F is 2.9°F above the 86°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. beach day is the strongest bet in Solomon Islands today at 8.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Solomon Islands right now
Full protection required. Avoid direct sun between 10am and 4pm.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:37 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 87° / 75°
Heavy drizzle · 97% rain · wind 6 mph
🌦️ 86° / 74°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 4 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 | 11:37 PM (UTC+11:00) |
| Best months | June, July 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 89°F (31°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 59% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Solomon Islands?
June, July 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 11:37 PM.
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 October 26, 2026 at 11:37 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
