Malekula Island Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Malekula Island, Vanuatu in February.

Are you planning a trip a to Malekula Island, Vanuatu in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Malekula Island in February

Malekula Island, Vanuatu is a region in Vanuatu. February in Malekula Island generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Lakatoro. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Malekula Island, Vanuatu, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

February is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 293 mm (12 in) in Lakatoro. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Lakatoro.

Explore Malekula Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Malekula Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lakatoro)

Best Places to Visit in Malekula Island in February

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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 Malekula Island

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Malekula Island, Vanuatu?

Temperature range in Malekula Island (February)

Precipitation variation in Malekula Island (February)

Lakatoro

In February Lakatoro 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.

January
February
March
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
243 mm (9.6 in)
293 mm (12 in)
289 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Norsup

In February Norsup 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.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°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
244 mm (9.6 in)
297 mm (12 in)
292 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Malekula Island, in Vanuatu.

In our records: Vanuatu February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Vanuatu in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest February day in Vanuatu reached 39°C (102°F) in Lénakel on February 15, 2020.
  • From our sources, the wettest February day in Vanuatu brought 386 mm (15 in) in Port Vila on February 26, 2004.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Malekula Island in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lakatoro 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 293 mm (12 in)
Norsup 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 297 mm (12 in)

Malekula Island weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Malekula Island, Vanuatu in February?

Malekula Island, Vanuatu typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the season. Daytime highs in Lakatoro average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Malekula Island, Vanuatu in February?

Average temperatures in Malekula Island, Vanuatu during February range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Lakatoro.

Does Malekula Island, Vanuatu get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in Malekula Island, Vanuatu peaks during February. Lakatoro averages roughly 293 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Malekula Island, Vanuatu?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Malekula Island, Vanuatu with often poor weather in Lakatoro.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Lakatoro. In contrast, February and March tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Malekula Island.

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