Geography of Vanuatu
Geography of Vanuatu: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Vanuatu
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Coordinates: 17°43′59.9″S 168°19′38.3″E (-17.7333, 168.3273)
Quick facts about Vanuatu
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 17°43′59.9″S 168°19′38.3″E (-17.7333, 168.3273) |
| Capital | Port Vila |
| Population | 330.000 |
| Area | 4.706 sq mi |
| ISO code | VU |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | VUT |
| Currency | Vanuatu vatu (VUV) |
| Languages | Bislama, English, French |
| Calling code | +678 |
| Time zone | Pacific/Efate |
| Local time | 3:40 PM (UTC+11:00) |
| Best months | May, July, August, September, November and December |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Vanuatu is a country in Oceania. Vanuatu is a country in Oceania with its capital at Port Vila. It has a population of about 330.000. The capital is Port Vila.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Vanuatu with light drizzle. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 71°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 98%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Vanuatu is May, July, August, September, November and December. The climate is tropical. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 70°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Vanuatu today at 8.5/10. Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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.
Climate in Vanuatu 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 | 86° | 75° | 9,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 86° | 76° | 15,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 85° | 75° | 16,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 85° | 75° | 8,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 82° | 74° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 80° | 72° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 78° | 71° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 70° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 71° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 81° | 72° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 83° | 73° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 75° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Vanuatu?
Vanuatu is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -17.7333, 168.3273. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Vanuatu right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 84% and wind is 15 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vanuatu?
May, July, August, September, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Vanuatu, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Vanuatu in?
Vanuatu observes Pacific/Efate (UTC+11:00). The local time is 3:40 PM.
How many people live in Vanuatu?
Vanuatu has a population of approximately 330.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 23, 2026 at 3:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
