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Gizo, Solomon Islands
Western Province · Solomon Islands
Gizo is a small city in Western Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 7,177. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gizo
Gizo is the capital of the Western Province in Solomon Islands. The town had a population of 4,620 as of 2019. It is situated on Ghizo Island approximately 380 kilometres west-northwest of the capital, Honiara, and is just southwest of the larger island of Kolombangara.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,177 |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.1030°, 156.8419° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Country | 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.9 inches (3,453 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gizo
Gizo is a small city in Solomon Islands (Western Province) with a population of 7,177. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Guadalcanal.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Solomon Islands avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 98 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.1030°N, 156.8419°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 12.1 m (40 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2007 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 12.1 m | 52 | 46 km |
| 2010 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 7.5 m | — | 95 km |
| 1974 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 124 km |
| 1959 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 114 km |
| 2010 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 128 km |
| 2010 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Simbo (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Simbo | Stratovolcano(es) | 335 m (1,099 ft) | 1910 | 41 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 14.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 14.9 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 10.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest |
Gizo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 135.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (14.9") and June the driest (9.1").
Farmers Markets in Gizo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gizo Market |
Hotels in Gizo
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gizo
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gizo
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gizo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gizo
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Munda Airport | MUA | Medium Airport |
| Barakoma Airport | VEV | Small Airport |
| Geva Airport | GEF | Small Airport |
| Kukudu Airport | KUE | Small Airport |
| Nusatupe Airport | GZO | Small Airport |
| Ringi Cove Airport | RIN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gizo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Peter’s Cathedral |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gizo
What is the population of Gizo?
Gizo has a population of 7,177 residents and is located in Solomon Islands..
What is the weather like in Gizo?
Gizo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 98 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.9 inches.