Weather in January in Vanuatu
Considering a trip to Vanuatu this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Vanuatu in January?
January in Vanuatu generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Port Vila.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Aneityum with an average of 169 mm to heavy rainfall in Hog Harbour with 317 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Port Vila enjoys approximately 222 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For specific regional insights in Vanuatu for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Vanuatu climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Vanuatu?
Port Vila
In January Port Vila generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Luganville
In January Luganville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tanna Island
In January Tanna Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Port-Havannah
In January Port-Havannah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Hog Harbour
In January Hog Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Vanuatu?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Vanuatu with often unpleasant weather in Port Vila.
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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