Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Solomon Islands in December.

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Honiara Gizo Munda Buala

Planning a getaway to Solomon Islands this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Solomon Islands in December

December in Solomon Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Honiara.

To explore the conditions in Solomon Islands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Gizo with an average of 282 mm (11 in) to heavy rainfall in Buala with 341 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Honiara gets approximately 166 hours of sunlight in December, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Solomon Islands in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Solomon Islands

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Solomon Islands?

Temperature range in Solomon Islands (December)

Precipitation variation in Solomon Islands (December)

Honiara

In December Honiara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
166 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
284 mm (11 in)
334 mm (13 in)
369 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Honiara →

Gizo

In December Gizo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
247 mm (9.7 in)
282 mm (11 in)
360 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Gizo →

Munda

In December Munda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
261 mm (10 in)
303 mm (12 in)
385 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Munda →

Buala

In December Buala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
320 mm (13 in)
341 mm (13 in)
384 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Buala →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Solomon Islands in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Honiara 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 334 mm (13 in)
Gizo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 282 mm (11 in)
Munda 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 303 mm (12 in)
Buala 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 341 mm (13 in)

Solomon Islands weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Solomon Islands in December?

Solomon Islands typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Honiara average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Solomon Islands in December?

Average temperatures in Solomon Islands during December range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Honiara.

Does Solomon Islands get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to Solomon Islands, with Honiara averaging around 334 mm (13 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Solomon Islands?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Solomon Islands due to the typically poor weather in Honiara.

On average, the best time to visit Solomon Islands is in June and August with generally tolerable weather in Honiara. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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