Vanuatu

Vanuatu Weather in December

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

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Port Vila Luganville Tanna Island Hog Harbour

Planning a journey to Vanuatu this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vanuatu in December

December in Vanuatu generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Aneityum to 29°C (84°F) in Luganville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Luganville and 25°C (77°F) in Aneityum.

For a closer look at conditions across Vanuatu, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Aneityum with an average of 126 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Hog Harbour with 242 mm (9.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Port Vila sees close to 198 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu

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

Temperature range in Vanuatu (December)

Precipitation variation in Vanuatu (December)

Port Vila

In December Port Vila generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
198 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Port Vila →

Luganville

In December Luganville 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 unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Luganville →

Tanna Island

In December Tanna Island 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 pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tanna Island →

Port-Havannah

In December Port-Havannah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
198 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Port-Havannah →

Hog Harbour

In December Hog Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
261 mm (10 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hog Harbour →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Vila 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Luganville 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 219 mm (8.6 in)
Tanna Island 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Hog Harbour 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Lénakel 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Aneityum 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 126 mm (5 in)

Vanuatu weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vanuatu in December?

In December, Vanuatu generally has pleasant weather conditions. Port Vila sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Vanuatu in December?

Daytime temperatures in Port Vila peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in December, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Vanuatu get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Vanuatu. Average rainfall in Port Vila sits around 145 mm (5.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Vanuatu?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Port Vila, December might be a good time to visit Vanuatu.

On average, the best time to visit Vanuatu is in July, August, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Port Vila. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and April tend to be unpleasant.

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