Late (Tonga)

Island Small volcanic island in Vava'u group

Late Island in Vavaʻu offers coral-fringed shores, clear waters and traditional Tongan villages; divers, snorkelers and small-boat sailors visit for reef dives and coastal fishing.

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Late (Tonga)
Late Island, Vavaʻu Division, Tonga (nearest hub: Neiafu)
-18.8029, -174.6461
Open year‑round (island access varies with boat schedules)
Free (island access; local boat fares may apply)

How to Get to Late (Tonga) #

Neiafu on Vavaʻu is the main hub for inter‑island transport. From Neiafu, arrange an inter‑island boat to Late Island with local operators; schedules are informal and often depend on weather and demand.

Tips for Visiting Late (Tonga) #

  • Arrange boat transport in advance from Neiafu or local villages - inter‑island schedules are informal.
  • Bring reef‑safe sunscreen and a hat: tropical sun is intense even on shorter trips.
  • Respect local customs and village protocols when visiting inhabited islands.

Best Time to Visit Late (Tonga) #

May-October (dry season) is generally the most comfortable and reliable for inter‑island travel.

Dry season
May-October · 22-28°C
Calmer seas and lower rainfall; best for boating and whale watching in season.
Wet season
November-April · 24-30°C
Heavier rains and tropical afternoons; some travel disruption possible.

Weather & Climate near Late (Tonga) #

Climate

Late (Tonga)'s climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2092 mm/year), wettest in March.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (256 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (222 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°

Weather

222 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (263 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

263 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (210 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

210 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 26°

Weather

152 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 25°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 24°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° 24°

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 25°

Weather

133 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 25°

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
21° 26°

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (233 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

233 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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