Normal weather for Vanuatu in January
It's hot in January in Vanuatu with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
In January, there is an average of 315 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Vanuatu in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
315 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
27 days | 9 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Vanuatu with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 24°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 31°C, with nights close to 24°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Vanuatu will be around 32°C, with nights close to 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Vanuatu?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Vanuatu. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Vanuatu in January
With 35°C, Vanuatu hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 28°C.
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The climate of Vanuatu is based on weather data from Port-Vila. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Vanuatu for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Vanuatu
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Vanuatu, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Vanuatu
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Vanuatu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 27 days of rain in Vanuatu.
Daily UV Index in January in Vanuatu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Vanuatu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Vanuatu Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Vanuatu, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Vanuatu Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Vanuatu, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Vanuatu
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Vanuatu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Vanuatu by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vanuatu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
