Honiara, Solomon Islands

🇸🇧 Honiara, Solomon Islands



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100 USD = 799.40 SBD
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Precipitation91%85%81%77%93%94%86%
Humidity76%77%76%77%79%81%73%
Wind22 km/h21 km/h16 km/h11 km/h11 km/h8 km/h9 km/h

Best time to visit Solomon Islands

The best time to visit Honiara is May to October, when southeast trade winds bring comparatively dry conditions suited to sightseeing, beaches, boating and island trips. January to March have peak cyclone season, while November and December bring increasing rain and hurricane risk; April is also showery.

JanuaryOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)264Sun Hours7Dry Days2

January is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with heavy rain, squalls and peak cyclone season. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

FebruaryOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)222Sun Hours7Dry Days2

February is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with frequent rain and peak cyclone season. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

MarchOKTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)249Sun Hours7Dry Days1

March is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with wet northwest winds and peak cyclone season. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

AprilOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)181Sun Hours8Dry Days3

April is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with frequent rain and occasional squalls. Rain showers can interrupt outdoor plans.

MayGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)140Sun Hours9Dry Days4

May is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with southeast trade winds and generally manageable rainfall. It suits exploring Honiara and nearby islands.

JuneGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)107Sun Hours9Dry Days5

June is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with southeast trade winds and comparatively dry conditions. It is a good month for outdoor sightseeing and island trips.

JulyGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)91Sun Hours8Dry Days5

July is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with southeast trade winds and comparatively dry conditions. Outdoor sightseeing and island trips are well suited to the weather.

AugustGreatTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)89Sun Hours8Dry Days9

August is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with southeast trade winds and comparatively dry conditions. It is suitable for beaches, boating and sightseeing.

SeptemberGreatTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)123Sun Hours8Dry Days4

September is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with southeast trade winds and comparatively dry conditions. Clearer spells support outdoor sightseeing and island excursions.

OctoberGreatTemp (°C)27°Rain (mm)170Sun Hours9Dry Days3

October is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with trade winds and comparatively dry conditions. Beaches, boating and sightseeing are generally practical.

NovemberOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)209Sun Hours10Dry Days2

November is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with rain increasing and hurricane risk that month. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

DecemberOKTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)290Sun Hours9Dry Days2

December is hot and humid, around 24-29°C, with frequent rain, squalls and hurricane risk that month. A cyclone can cancel flights and wreck the trip.

Sources: en.wikivoyage.org

East Honiara Historic World War II Battlefields Tour

East Honiara Historic World War II Battlefields Tour

Cost: From 250 USD · Duration: 4.5 hours · 4.8 (26 reviews)

This tour package offers an affordable sight-seeing journey to most of the WWII historical sites on Guadalcanal. We are flexible on timing and visitors can request bathroom break stops, or shop stop overs. We provide pick up and drop off from hotels or at a meeting point in Honiara City as per visitor's request. Our tour guides are friendly and ver

Honiara City-Half Day City Tour

Honiara City-Half Day City Tour

Cost: From 155 USD · Duration: 4.5 hours · 4.9 (11 reviews)

This tour takes you on a sightseeing ride around Honiara City. Focusing mainly on significant landmarks, Cathedrals, shopping centers and central market. During the tour travelers can ask questions, take pictures, ask for directions and request for quick stops. A local tour guide will provide a brief overview of the sites, answer any questions and

Hotomai Cultural Village Tour

Hotomai Cultural Village Tour

Cost: From 185 USD · Duration: 4 hours · 5.0 (3 reviews)

In a destination famous for WWII history, this is the one experience that lets you step straight into the living, beating heart of Solomon Islands culture – and it’s still one of Honiara’s best-kept secrets. Hotomai Cultural Village is 100% authentic and community owned. Every dollar you spend goes straight back to the village – education, health,

The Solomon Chocolate trail

The Solomon Chocolate trail

Cost: From 235 USD · Duration: 4 hours

Immerse yourself in the lush, aromatic world of cocoa on the Amazing Grace Cocoa Farm—where Solomon Islands' finest chocolate begins! Walk through shaded groves, meet local farmers, and discover how cocoa is grown, harvested, and transformed into premium chocolate. Tour Highlights: Guided Farm Walk: Explore organic cocoa plantations and learn about

Brief

  • Honiara is hosting the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship this week, with eight Pacific teams competing. Matches may increase activity and traffic around venues. (oceaniafootball.com)
  • Local foods to try include fish or seafood kokoda, taro, cassava, sweet potato, island fruit and Solomon Islands cacao products.
  • Road conditions, taxis and inter-island boat services can be basic and schedules may change at short notice. Allow extra time for domestic connections.

Safety and health

  • Malaria is a significant risk in Solomon Islands. Discuss preventive medication with a travel-health professional and use mosquito repellent, covered clothing and screened or air-conditioned accommodation. Dengue and Zika are also mosquito-borne risks. (wikivoyage.org | cdc.gov)
  • Avoid drinking tap water unless it has been boiled; use bottled or properly treated water. (wikivoyage.org)
  • Take care near rivers, lagoons and other bodies of water because saltwater crocodiles occur in the Solomon Islands. (wikivoyage.org)
  • A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is required for travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from countries with risk of yellow-fever transmission. It is not required for direct travel from the United States. (cdc.gov)
  • A parliamentary no-confidence motion is scheduled for 7 September in Honiara. Avoid Parliament House and nearby government areas if crowds or demonstrations form, and monitor local authorities for traffic changes. (gov.au)

Recent News

  • Solomon Islands’ National Parliament is scheduled to consider a motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Matthew Wale on 7 September 2026. The sitting may bring increased public activity, gatherings and temporary traffic disruption around Parliament House and government precincts in Honiara. (gov.au)
  • The OFC U-16 Women’s Championship is due to begin in Honiara this week, bringing eight national teams and associated sporting activity to the capital. (oceaniafootball.com)