September · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Espiritu Santo in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Espiritu Santo in September
Average temperature 26°C, 62 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
9.0/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 62 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
September in Espiritu Santo scores 9.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 26°C, 62 mm of rain, and roughly 26 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.
September in Espiritu Santo — the year's strongest window
With 26°C (78°F) on average, September delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
Budget for roughly 62 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Espiritu Santo at 9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Espiritu Santo in September?
- In September, Espiritu Santo averages 26°C, 62 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Espiritu Santo?
- September earns a 9.0/10 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 September?
- Expect about 62 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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