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Port Vila weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
May–OctBest time to visit

When to go to Port Vila

May–Oct is drier and cooler. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and cyclone season; Jul–Aug is busiest.

Port Vila weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
20°25°30°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January28°C83°F27°C81°F197 mm80%Rainy
February28°C83°F28°C82°F173 mm80%Rainy
March28°C83°F28°C82°F232 mm81%Rainy
April28°C82°F27°C81°F204 mm81%Rainy
May27°C80°F26°C79°F110 mm79%Pleasant
June26°C79°F25°C77°F98 mm80%Pleasant
July25°C77°F24°C75°F69 mm78%Pleasant
August25°C77°F24°C75°F61 mm78%Pleasant
September25°C78°F24°C75°F58 mm78%Pleasant
October26°C79°F25°C77°F94 mm79%Pleasant
November27°C80°F26°C78°F110 mm79%Pleasant
December28°C82°F26°C80°F139 mm79%Pleasant

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Port Vila?

May–Oct. May–Oct is drier and cooler. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and cyclone season; Jul–Aug is busiest.

When is the rainy season in Port Vila?

Rain peaks in March with about 232 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Apr.

What is the hottest month in Port Vila?

February, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).

How cold does Port Vila get?

The coolest nights are in August, averaging 24°C (75°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.