Vanuatu Travel Guide
Vanuatu travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 82°F (28°C) in Vanuatu with partly cloudy. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 71°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 92%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Vanuatu is August and September. 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 October. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 81°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 8.3/10. Gusts to 31 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.
Map of Vanuatu
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 17°43′59.9″S 168°19′38.3″E (-17.7333, 168.3273)
Weather in Vanuatu right now
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:17 AM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 77° / 71°
Light drizzle · 71% rain · wind 14 mph
⛅ 80° / 72°
Partly cloudy · 56% rain · wind 12 mph
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 | 7:17 AM (UTC+11:00) |
| Best months | August and September |
| Climate | Tropical |
Best time to visit Vanuatu
Go in August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
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 - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 31 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 82°F (28°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 58% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Vanuatu?
August and September 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 7:17 AM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 7:17 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
