Wallis & Futuna: When to Go

It's not surprising that, being in the middle of the tropics, Wallis and Futuna are markedly hot and humid. Anytime between May and October - the dry season - is ideal for a visit. The average temperature during this period, when the hot climate is tempered by sea breezes, is a comfortable 27°C (80ºF). Temperatures tend to climb during the rainy season, November-April. Cyclones during this period are another reason to avoid visiting at this time.

Weather

If you're after consistency in your weather, these islands deliver. The archipelago enjoys a classic hot and tropical desert-island climate and the temperature has not dropped below 17ºC (60ºF) or risen over 33ºC (90ºF) in 30 years. The sweatiest months are between November and March, while more temperate weather can be expected from April to October. Rain is likely at least 260 days of the year; Wallis averages an impressive 3m (10ft) of rainfall a year, while Futuna gets a lush 4m (13ft) on average. The islands are close to the meeting point of the Pacific and Indo-Australian continental plates and experience the odd bit of seismic activity. The last severe earthquake was in 1993.