Climate Insights for Viru Harbour Airstrip

, Western Province, Solomon Islands

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
25°C low
Wettest
September
427mm 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 4433mm 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: 26° Min: 25° Aug Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° 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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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 3°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: 349mm Feb Precipitation: 380mm Mar Precipitation: 413mm Apr Precipitation: 368mm May Precipitation: 309mm Jun Precipitation: 381mm Jul Precipitation: 368mm Aug Precipitation: 373mm Sep Precipitation: 427mm Oct Precipitation: 318mm Nov Precipitation: 387mm Dec Precipitation: 359mm
Precipitation

Viru Harbour Airstrip is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4433mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 369mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 427mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 309mm. That's 118mm less than September, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 3km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Viru Harbour Airstrip is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.

Seasons

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

93 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Viru Harbour Airstrip, which began on June 21, 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. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1132mm across the season with a monthly average of 377mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 1088mm across the season with a monthly average of 363mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1091mm across the season with a monthly average of 364mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/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 1122mm across the season with a monthly average of 374mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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
4 km/h
349 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
380 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
413 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
368 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
309 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
381 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
368 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
27 °C
5 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
427 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
318 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
387 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
359 mm
0 cm
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