April · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Port Vila in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port Vila in April
Average temperature 28°C, 225 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.1/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 225 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Port Vila scores 6.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 225 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Port Vila wraps around a harbour on Efate, with the Mele Cascades, a market and boat trips to nearby islands.
April in Port Vila: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Days in April average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 225 mm: only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 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 low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Port Vila — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port Vila in April?
- In April, Port Vila averages 28°C, 225 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Port Vila?
- April earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Port Vila in April?
- Expect about 225 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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