August · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Port Vila in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port Vila in August
Average temperature 25°C, 79 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
7.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 79 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Port Vila scores 7.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 25°C, 79 mm of rain, and roughly 16 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.
August holds up well in Port Vila — 2nd best month
August averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 79 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.7/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port Vila in August?
- In August, Port Vila averages 25°C, 79 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Port Vila?
- August earns a 7.7/10 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 August?
- Expect about 79 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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