Climate & Weather Guide in Vanuatu

Vanuatu has a warm tropical maritime climate shaped by the southeast trade winds, with a pronounced wet season from November to April and a cooler, drier period from May to October. Conditions are humid year-round, with the northern islands hotter and wetter than the south, while central and southern islands feel slightly milder. The climate is broadly tropical under Köppen classification, with strong cyclone risk in the warm season and persistent moisture supporting lush vegetation. For residents and expats, the main appeal is the warm sea and island lifestyle; the main trade-offs are heavy rainfall, humidity, and occasional storm disruption.