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Honiara Climate by Month

Honiara has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Honiara remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C during cooler months like August. At night, temperatures typically average around 24°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Honiara is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3421 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 394 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days. In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 195 mm of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

While the amount of sunshine in Honiara varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 7.6 hours of daily sun in October, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in February, with about 5.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Honiara ranges from 28°C in May to 29°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Honiara in Solomon Islands

Honiara has high temperatures year round ranging between 27°C and 28°C.
The average rainfall figures in Honiara are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose October which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Honiara?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Honiara?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Honiara?
    February tops the wettest month list with 394 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Honiara?
    June is the driest month with 195 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Honiara?
    October is the sunniest month with an average of 228 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Honiara

    Thu   Nov 21
    32°C | 24°C
    NE 11 km/h
    1.9 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    33°C | 24°C
    NE 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    33°C | 24°C
    NE 7 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain