Futuna (island of Vanuatu)

Island Remote Vanuatu island with strong Melanesian traditions

Futuna (Vanuatu) lies among the archipelago’s southern islands with coral reefs, traditional villages and subsistence gardens. Travelers come for reef snorkeling, village culture and remote beaches reached by local boat services from larger provincial islands.

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Futuna (island of Vanuatu)
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How to Get to Futuna (island of Vanuatu) #

Futuna is reached by boat from larger Vanuatu islands (schedules vary seasonally) or via charter. The nearest regular air services land on Tanna or via Port-Vila with onward sea connections-travel requires local arrangement and flexibility.

Tips for Visiting Futuna (island of Vanuatu) #

  • Arrange transport in advance-boat service is irregular and depends on weather and demand.
  • Bring insect repellent and a good snorkel mask; the reef and lagoons are the island's chief attractions for visitors.
  • Respect local custom: Futuna (this Vanuatu island) is conservative-modest clothing is appropriate and ask permission before photographing people.

Best Time to Visit Futuna (island of Vanuatu) #

The dry season (May-October) is best for accessibility and calmer sea conditions.

Dry season
May-October · 22-28°C (72-82°F)
Calmer seas, ideal for boat travel and snorkeling.
Wet season
November-April · 24-31°C (75-88°F)
Heavy rains and rougher seas; fewer visitors and lush vegetation.

Weather & Climate near Futuna (island of Vanuatu) #

Climate

Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 16°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (2458 mm/year), wettest in March.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (246 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

246 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (277 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

277 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (361 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

361 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (235 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 26°

Weather

235 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 24°

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (204 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 23°

Weather

204 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 23°

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
17° 22°

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 23°

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 24°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 25°

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (174 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°

Weather

174 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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