Pango
Vanuatu
Pango is a community located on the southern coast of Efate, Vanuatu. It is considered peri-urban and is located seven kilometers away from Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu.
Read more — WikipediaThe best months to visit are July–December.
The sea is warmest in February, at about 29°C (84°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): January–December.
January is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (86°F).
August is the coldest month, with lows around 19°C (67°F).
The wettest month is March, with rain on about 21 days.
October is the sunniest month, with about 7.6 hours of sunshine a day.
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16-day forecast
- Feels like
- 29°
- Humidity
- 56%
- Wind
- 18 km/h E
- Gusts
- 41 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Pressure
- 1017 hPa
- UV index
- 0 (now)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:11 / 17:49
Next 48 hours
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Best time to visit Pango
Average conditions for each month, from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Climate | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 30° | 30° | 30° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° | 29° | 30° |
| Average low | 23° | 23° | 24° | 22° | 21° | 20° | 20° | 19° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° |
| Sea temperature | 28° | 29° | 29° | 28° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 25° | 26° | 26° | 27° | 28° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 327 | 266 | 279 | 234 | 166 | 162 | 148 | 127 | 83 | 80 | 136 | 213 |
| Rain days | 19 | 19 | 21 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 7 | 6.5 | 6.2 | 6.7 | 6.1 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 7.4 |
| Daylight (h) | 13.1 | 12.7 | 12.2 | 11.7 | 11.3 | 11.1 | 11.2 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 | 13 | 13.2 |
| Humidity (%) | 82 | 85 | 86 | 83 | 82 | 82 | 79 | 78 | 77 | 77 | 79 | 79 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 |
| Go score | 69 | 68 | 68 | 70 | 69 | 71 | 74 | 75 | 78 | 77 | 74 | 73 |
The go score (0–100) favours daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, plenty of sunshine and few rainy days.
Climate normals: WorldClim 2.1 (1970–2000) · CRU CL 2.0 (1961–1990) About this data: Climate normals
What to do in Pango, month by month
When each activity is at its best, judged from the climate averages.
Rainy season: December–June Dry season: July–November (Based on average monthly rainfall)
| Activities | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach & swimming | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Diving & snorkelling | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Poor |
| Photography & sunsets | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Good Fair Poor · Estimated from long-term averages of temperature, rain days, sunshine and sea temperature.
How each activity is rated
- Beach & swimming — Good: sea ≥ 24 °C, highs ≥ 26 °C and at most 6 rain days (or under 40 mm of rain in the month). Fair: sea ≥ 21 °C, highs ≥ 23 °C and at most 10 rain days (or under 80 mm).
- Diving & snorkelling — Good: sea ≥ 25 °C in a dry spell. Fair: ≥ 22 °C, or ≥ 20 °C near known dive sites.
- Photography & sunsets — Good: at least 7 hours of sunshine a day and few rain days. Fair: 5 hours or more.
Cyclone season in Pango
How often tropical storms come close, by month — long-term averages, not a forecast.
Averages of 1991–2025 · Everything here is a long-term average, not a forecast. For storms that are active now, follow the official warning centre: Bureau of Meteorology (Australia) (bom.gov.au) · Fiji Meteorological Service (met.gov.fj)
Australian region & South Pacific: month by monthPango: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Best value months
Good weather, fewer visitors, usually lower prices.
January–March and May
- Jan69
- Feb68
- Mar68
- May69
An estimate: months with a go score of 60 or more and below-average tourist numbers.
Updated: About this data: Crowds & prices
Pango: sea water temperature
Wave height: 1.4 m
Swimming seasonJanuary–December
Average sea temperature by month
About this data: Sea temperature
Nearby beaches & coastal towns
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
Pango: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices: what to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 220 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Vanuatu Vatu
VUV · Vt
- Languages
- Bislama, English, French
- Calling code
- +678
- Meal, casual restaurantVUV 2,700≈ $22.00
- CappuccinoVUV 610≈ $5.10
- Beer (0.5 l)VUV 915≈ $7.60
- Bottled water (1.5 l)VUV 270≈ $2.20
- Taxi, 5 kmVUV 1,950≈ $16.00
- Public transport ticketVUV 355≈ $2.90
- Mid-range hotel, per nightVUV 20,100≈ $165
Estimated from Vanuatu’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 102% of US levels.
- Nov 29National Unity Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26Family Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Feb 21Father Walter Lini Day
493 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M7.3 (2024).
How to get to Pango
Nearest airports
- VLIBauerfield International AirportPort Vila10 km
- TGHTongoa AirportTongoa Island103 km
- VLSValesdir AirportEpi Island110 km
- LNBLamen Bay AirportLamen Bay134 km
Distances
- Luganville279 km 4 h 50
- Norsup213 km 3 h 42
- Isangel222 km 3 h 51
- Port-Olry331 km 5 h 44
- Sola441 km 7 h 39 · 1 h 13
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Hotels in Pango
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Places with a climate like Pango
Matched on temperature and rainfall across the whole year.
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Climate in Pango
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Pango?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Pango is July–December.
What is the weather like in Pango in October?
In October, Pango averages a high of 28°C (82°F) and a low of 20°C (69°F), with 80 mm of rain on about 14 days.
How warm is the sea in Pango?
The sea is warmest in February (about 29°C (84°F)). Swimming season: January–December.
What is the rainiest month in Pango?
March, with rain on about 21 days.
What is the nearest airport to Pango?
Bauerfield International Airport (VLI), about 10 km away.
What power plugs are used in Vanuatu?
Plug types C, G, I, at 220 V.
What currency is used in Vanuatu?
Vanuatu Vatu (VUV).
Is Vanuatu safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Pango most crowded?
The busiest months are September–October.
When is Pango least crowded?
The quietest months are January–March and May.
When is the best time to visit Pango without the crowds?
November–August: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Pango in?
Pacific/Efate (UTC+11).
What is the population of Pango?
About 2,485.