January · Vanuatu
Best time to visit Port Vila in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port Vila in January
Average temperature 28°C, 300 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 300 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Port Vila scores 6.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 300 mm of rain, and roughly 26 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.
January in Port Vila — middling scores, decent value
Days in January average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 81% — 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 300 mm, but with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 9th 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.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Port Vila — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port Vila in January?
- In January, Port Vila averages 28°C, 300 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Port Vila?
- January earns a 6.4/10 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 January?
- Expect about 300 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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