Climate Insights for Viru Harbour Airstrip

, Western Province, Solomon Islands

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
25°C low
Wettest
March
409mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Viru Harbour Airstrip is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4305mm of precipitation falls per year. Viru Harbour Airstrip receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Viru Harbour Airstrip sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 25° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Dec Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Average
Min

Viru Harbour Airstrip has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 351mm Feb Precipitation: 371mm Mar Precipitation: 409mm Apr Precipitation: 333mm May Precipitation: 379mm Jun Precipitation: 356mm Jul Precipitation: 388mm Aug Precipitation: 362mm Sep Precipitation: 369mm Oct Precipitation: 287mm Nov Precipitation: 330mm Dec Precipitation: 370mm
Precipitation

Viru Harbour Airstrip is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4305mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 359mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 409mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 287mm. That's 122mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 21km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 17km/h May Wind Speed: 19km/h Jun Wind Speed: 22km/h Jul Wind Speed: 24km/h Aug Wind Speed: 24km/h Sep Wind Speed: 23km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 17km/h Dec Wind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed

Viru Harbour Airstrip is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 24km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

90 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Viru Harbour Airstrip, which began on March 20, 2026. Viru Harbour Airstrip sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 25°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 986mm across the season with a monthly average of 329mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1092mm across the season with a monthly average of 364mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1121mm across the season with a monthly average of 374mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1107mm across the season with a monthly average of 369mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Viru Harbour Airstrip based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
29 °C
18 km/h
351 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
29 °C
21 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
409 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
333 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
356 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
388 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
27 °C
24 km/h
362 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
28 °C
23 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
287 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
17 km/h
330 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
29 °C
17 km/h
370 mm
0 cm
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