Solomon Islands Population (2026)
Population of Solomon Islands with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands ranks #5 by population among 12 comparable places in this atlas.
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 | 7:00 PM (UTC+11:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Tropical |
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 86°F (30°C) in Solomon Islands with light drizzle. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 75°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.2/10 - marginal.
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 86°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 8.3/10. 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.
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Coordinates: 9°26′44.2″S 159°58′22.4″E (-9.4456, 159.9729)
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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 86°F (30°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 71% and wind is 9 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 7:00 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 7:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
