August 12 is generally a great time to visit Port Vila. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 25°C weather. Port Vila is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Port Vila
Currency
VUV
Vt Vanuatu vatu
Language
Bislama
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Driving
Right side
Port Vila Weather Forecast for August 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.6°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Port Vila in August
Based on historical data for August 12, Port Vila typically experiences temperatures between 22°C and 24.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Port Vila
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1015.5 hPa
Low volatility
Port Vila Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 91% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 50 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 75 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 125 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.6°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Jellyfish Warning
High water temps may attract jellyfish swarms.
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Vanuatu
Flight Traffic
Busy
73/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~8
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Port Vila
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:09
☀️ Noon
11:53
🌇 Sunset
17:37
⏱️ Daylight
11h 27m
Wind Speed
30.5 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
8.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Port Vila
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Very high seismic risk. Ring of Fire territory.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Port Vila on August 12 averages 24.6°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 83/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Port Vila Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 9
24.6°C • 23% rain
Score
88
August 16
24.5°C • 20% rain
Score
88
August 17
24.6°C • 22% rain
Score
88
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📍 Is Port Vila Worth Visiting on August 12?
Planning a trip to Port Vila on August 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24.6°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 8 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Vanuatu, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 26.1°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.98m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.6°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 18.6°C in 2018.