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Guadalcanal Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Guadalcanal Island in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Guadalcanal Island, Solomon Islands.

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Guadalcanal Island in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Guadalcanal Island in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 609 mm 24 day(s) 85% 46% 31°C UV 6 11.6 h/day
Possible activities in December
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding 05:54 18:35
Hourly weather

Average weather in Guadalcanal Island in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Guadalcanal Island in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Guadalcanal Island in December

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Guadalcanal Island in December.

Temperatures and rain in Guadalcanal Island in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in December.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Guadalcanal Island in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Guadalcanal Island in December

Check the seasonal normals in Guadalcanal Island in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.6°C 28.4°C 28.3°C
Maximum temperature 30.2°C 29.9°C 29.8°C
Minimum temperature 26.9°C 26.9°C 26.8°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2021)
34.0°C
(2015)
34.0°C
(2013)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2011)
21.0°C
(2020)
24.0°C
(2014)
Number of days at +30° 21 day(s)
(70%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 29.6°C 30.0°C 30.1°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.9°C 29.2°C 29.1°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.6°C 31.3°C 30.8°C
Wind
Wind speed 9 km/h 8 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 27.0°C 26.9°C 26.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 507.2 mm 609.3 mm 668.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 29 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 23 day(s)
(77%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
24 day(s)
(78%)
Record precipitation in one day 87.8 mm
(2016)
189.5 mm
(2018)
187.4 mm
(2015)
Other weather data
Humidity 83% 85% 85%
Visibility 8.5 km 8.4 km 8.2 km
Cloud cover 43% 46% 49%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h48 05h54 06h10
Sunset time 18h20 18h35 18h47
Day length 12h32 12h41 12h37
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Guadalcanal Island in December?

Possible activities in December
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in December
Animal observationWatersportsNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Guadalcanal Island in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Guadalcanal Island in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.6 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C3.5 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
26°C31°C0.6 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.4 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
26°C31°C1.4 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C5.4 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C1.2 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.4 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C8.1 mm
10
Light rain shower
25°C29°C8.2 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C7.6 mm
12
Light rain shower
25°C28°C3.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.1 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C1.6 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.6 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C1.1 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C7.4 mm
18
Patchy light rain
26°C30°C2.9 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C5.2 mm
20
Light rain shower
25°C28°C3.0 mm
21
Light rain shower
25°C27°C1.3 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C0.0 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C0.9 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C3.4 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
25°C30°C1.2 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C2.4 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
26°C31°C0.4 mm
30
Light rain shower
26°C30°C2.9 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.6 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Guadalcanal Island in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Guadalcanal Island in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Guadalcanal Island in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 609 mm of precipitation spread over 24 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 30°C on average in December, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.6 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Diving and snorkeling and Boat trip and cruise.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 56/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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