December · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Espiritu Santo in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Espiritu Santo in December
Average temperature 28°C, 227 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 227 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Espiritu Santo scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 227 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Espiritu Santo is Vanuatu's largest island, known for blue holes, white beaches and the Coolidge wreck dive.
December in Espiritu Santo: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in December average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 78% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 227 mm, but with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Espiritu Santo — 2.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Espiritu Santo in December?
- In December, Espiritu Santo averages 28°C, 227 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Espiritu Santo?
- December earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Espiritu Santo in December?
- Expect about 227 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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