Buala, Solomon Islands
Isabel Province · Solomon Islands
Buala is a small town in Isabel Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 2,700. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Buala
Buala is a town in Solomon Islands located on Santa Isabel Island, which is the longest island in Solomon Islands. Buala consists of Jejevo Station and Buala Village. Buala is located on a side of a hill that limits the town's expansion. New feeder roads have been extended to the east and west of the township. One of these roads reaches as far as Hovokiolo village in the west Maringe district.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,700 |
| Population Density | 3,375 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.1450°, 159.5921° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Country | 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands |
| State / Province | Isabel Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 119.1 inches (3,024 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buala
Buala is a small town in Solomon Islands (Isabel Province) with a population of 2,700. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Guadalcanal.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Solomon Islands avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,375/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1450°S, 159.5921°E |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.5 m (34 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1939 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 10.5 m | 12 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Savo (112 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Savo | Stratovolcano | 485 m (1,591 ft) | 1847 | 112 km |
| Gallego | Volcanic field | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 14.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 10.4 in |
Buala has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 119.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.3") and June the driest (7.1").
Airports Near Buala
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fera/Maringe Airport | FRE | Small Airport |
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Shipwrecks Near Buala
2 documented shipwrecks found near Buala.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ro-34 | - | A Japanese Kaichū type submarine that was sunk by USS O'Bannon (DD-450) (USS O'Bannon) and USS Strong (DD-467) (USS Strong) off the Russell Islands. |
| Yura | - | A Japanese Nagara-class light cruiser that was bombed by US aircraft and scuttled off Savo Island. |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Buala
What is the population of Buala?
Buala has a population of 2,700 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 3,375 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buala?
Buala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 119.1 inches.
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