Vanuatu Weather Forecast
Vanuatu weather: 75°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Vanuatu weather in May
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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).
Best time to visit Vanuatu
Go in May, July, August, September, November and December. 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
- 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
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 37 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Vanuatu compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Vanuatu.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Caledonia | 336 mi | 73°F | 36°F cooler | 82 in |
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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 10:17 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 23, 2026 at 10:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
