Solomon Islands: When to Go

The weather, in terms of heat, humidity and cyclones, is at its most hospitable in the second half of the year. Light breezes and calm waters should be the order of the day at this time. Luckily, June to August is a time of public holidays and festivals as well. Seven of the country's nine provinces have their annual holiday at this time, and the Queen's Birthday and Independence Day - the best times to see traditional dancing - are in June and July respectively. The surfing season runs from October to April. There are no real high and low seasons in the Solomons but at Christmas, Easter and other major holidays, hotels and transport can fill up, and you'll need to book your accommodation ahead if you're in a town during one of the cultural shows.

Weather

The Solomons is the third-largest archipelago in the South Pacific. Volcanic activity and earthquakes are common. The dry season falls from May to early December. Cyclones can blow between January and April. Daytime coastal temperatures vary from 21° to 32°C (70-90°F).