Climate Insights for Tolomako

Sanma, Vanuatu

Hottest
January
28°C peak82°F peak
Coldest
August
20°C low68°F low
Wettest
March
455 mm rain17.9 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tolomako is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,816 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tolomako receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tolomako is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, March, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Tolomako is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 110.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Tolomako receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tolomako is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, March, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 68°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 23°FebMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 23°MarMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 23°AprMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 23°MayMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°JunMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 21°JulMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°AugMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°SepMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°OctMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 21°NovMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°DecMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 74°FMin: 71°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 73°FMin: 70°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 69°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FSepMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 80°FAverage: 74°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 81°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°F
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Tolomako has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Tolomako has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 68°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mm450mm500mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 376mmFebPrecipitation: 373mmMarPrecipitation: 455mmAprPrecipitation: 335mmMayPrecipitation: 172mmJunPrecipitation: 93mmJulPrecipitation: 76mmAugPrecipitation: 96mmSepPrecipitation: 113mmOctPrecipitation: 177mmNovPrecipitation: 246mmDecPrecipitation: 303mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 14.8inFebPrecipitation: 14.7inMarPrecipitation: 17.9inAprPrecipitation: 13.2inMayPrecipitation: 6.8inJunPrecipitation: 3.7inJulPrecipitation: 3inAugPrecipitation: 3.8inSepPrecipitation: 4.4inOctPrecipitation: 7inNovPrecipitation: 9.7inDecPrecipitation: 11.9in
Precipitation

Tolomako is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,816 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 235 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 455 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 76 mm. That's 379 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Tolomako is a very wet location, receiving approximately 110.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 17.9 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 in. That's 14.9 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Tolomako is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Tolomako is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°76°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr24°76°F
May23°74°F
Jun23°73°F
Jul22°72°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep23°73°F
Oct23°74°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Tolomako is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 88 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Tolomako is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tolomako 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tolomako based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
23 °C73 °F
28 °C82 °F
6 km/h4 mph
376 mm14.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C73 °F
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
373 mm14.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
23 °C73 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
455 mm17.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
335 mm13.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
21 °C71 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
172 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
21 °C70 °F
26 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
20 °C69 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C68 °F
25 °C78 °F
8 km/h5 mph
96 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
20 °C69 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
113 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
27 °C80 °F
7 km/h4 mph
177 mm7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
246 mm9.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C72 °F
27 °C81 °F
6 km/h4 mph
303 mm11.9 in
0 cm0 in