Lawson Tama StadiumAbout Lawson Tama Stadium
Lawson Tama Stadium is the main stadium in Honiara on Guadalcanal Island and the principal venue for national football and major public events in the Solomon Islands. It is an open-air venue used for sports and large gatherings and can accommodate on the order of twenty thousand spectators.
The facility features a natural-grass playing surface and extensive terraced spectator areas that wrap around the pitch, creating an intimate match-day atmosphere. It regularly hosts national team fixtures, domestic football competitions, school athletics and community events.
The ground was established to serve Honiara as the national sports venue and has been adapted over time to support a range of sporting and cultural uses. It functions as the principal stadium for football and other large-scale events in the capital.
The stadium sits in Honiara, the capital city of the Solomon Islands on Guadalcanal. It is located within the urban area of Honiara and serves as the country’s primary sports venue.
- Capacity: Holds roughly 20,000 spectators in a mix of terraces and seated areas, giving close views of the pitch and stage.
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Best Time to Visit Lawson Tama Stadium
Plan visits during the drier months (May-October) for easier travel, and time your visit to match days if you want the full stadium atmosphere.
Weather & Climate near Lawson Tama Stadium
Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2624 mm/year), wettest in February.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 313 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.6 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.5h |
| February | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 347 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| March | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 303 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.9 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 31° | 220 mm | overcast | 84% | 1.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.8h |
| May | Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 167 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.9 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| June | Good | 23° - 31° | 27° | 118 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| July | Very Good | 22° - 31° | 26° | 121 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| August | Good | 22° - 31° | 27° | 168 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 11.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 27° | 204 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.2 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 11.9h |
| October | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 30° | 199 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.8 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.2h |
| November | Acceptable | 23° - 31° | 30° | 208 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 256 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.6 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.5h |
How to Get to Lawson Tama Stadium
Lawson Tama Stadium is located in central Honiara on Guadalcanal and is reached from the city centre by a short taxi ride or on foot from nearby streets and markets. Local minibuses and taxis serve the main routes through Honiara, with drop‑offs close to the stadium.
Honiara’s Henderson (Honiara) International Airport is outside the city; visitors typically take a taxi or shuttle into town and then a short onward taxi or walk to the stadium.
Tips for Visiting Lawson Tama Stadium
- Arrive well before kickoff for major matches or events-the stadium often fills quickly and there are long queues at entry and limited nearby parking in Honiara.
- Use local taxis or walk from Honiara's center when possible and carry cash for tickets and concessions; stadium ticketing and on-site facilities are often informal compared with larger international venues.
- Expect security checks on entry and follow directions from local stewards; for high‑profile fixtures check with local news or organisers for transport advice and any ticket resale restrictions.