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Kirakira, Solomon Islands

Makira-Ulawa Province · Solomon Islands

Kirakira is a small town in Makira-Ulawa Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 2,107. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,107 Population 142/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
137.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guadalcanal Timezone

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About Kirakira

Kirakira

Kirakira, also spelt Kira Kira, is the provincial capital of the Makira-Ulawa Province in Solomon Islands. Kirakira is located on the north coast of Makira, the largest island of the province. It has roads running 18 kilometres (11 mi) east to the Warihito River and 100 kilometres (62 mi) west to Maro'u Bay.

People

Population2,107
Density142/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain137.0 in/yr
Sunny Days94/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population2,107
Population Density142 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates-10.4544°, 161.9205°
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal
Country🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / ProvinceMakira-Ulawa Province
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation137.0 inches (3,479 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kirakira

Kirakira is a small town in Solomon Islands (Makira-Ulawa Province) with a population of 2,107. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Guadalcanal.

Kirakira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 137.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above Solomon Islands avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days94 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates-10.4544°N, 161.9205°W
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 137.0"
260% above Solomon Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 14.21"
Driest Month (Oct) 9.33"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,542 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Apr 12, 2014 93 km SSE of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M7.6 94 km
Apr 13, 2014 112 km S of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M7.4 113 km
Jan 20, 2003 126 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M7.3 126 km
Aug 2, 1996 62 km WSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.9 63 km
Apr 11, 2010 99 km WSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.9 100 km
Apr 23, 2011 79 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.8 79 km
Aug 17, 1990 78 km S of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.7 79 km
Jun 26, 2010 55 km WSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.7 55 km
Apr 13, 2014 75 km S of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.6 76 km
Jan 19, 2017 65 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.5 65 km
Jul 10, 1990 88 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.4 88 km
Feb 14, 2012 89 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.4 90 km
Mar 7, 2011 126 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 127 km
Jan 27, 2020 102 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 102 km
Sep 24, 2002 89 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 90 km
Jan 10, 2017 104 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 105 km
Sep 24, 2002 80 km WSW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 81 km
May 9, 2001 76 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 77 km
Jun 3, 2008 71 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.2 71 km
Sep 24, 2002 79 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.1 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Ului Category 5 251 km
1997 Fergus Category 1 170 km
1993 Nina Category 1 118 km
1986 Namu Category 1 126 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1931 SAN CRISTOBAL ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 50 112 km
2003 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 126 km
2016 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.4 m 1 70 km
1966 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 114 km
2014 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 113 km
1988 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 1 114 km
2016 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 92 km
2014 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 94 km
1977 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 18 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 14.1 in Warmest
February 79°F (26°C) 14.2 in Wettest
March 79°F (26°C) 13.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 11.1 in
May 78°F (26°C) 10.4 in
June 78°F (25°C) 9.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 11.0 in
August 77°F (25°C) 12.3 in Coldest
September 78°F (25°C) 11.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in Driest
November 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in
December 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in

Kirakira has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 137.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (14.2") and October the driest (9.3").

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Radio Stations near Kirakira

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Airports Near Kirakira

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nana AirportNAZSmall Airport
Ngorangora AirportIRASmall Airport
Santa Ana AirportNNBSmall Airport
Ulawa AirportRNASmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kirakira

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
East RennellNatural1998

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Shipwrecks
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Guadalcanal
Elevation
152 m (499 ft)

🇸🇧 About Solomon Islands

Capital Honiara
Population 652,858
Area 28,450 km²
GDP (USD) $1,506,124,566
GDP per capita $1,883
HDI 0.584
Life expectancy 70.5 years
Internet users 42.5%
Urban population 30.0%
Currency SBD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +677
TLD .sb
Driving side left

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kirakira

East Rennell
Natural · inscribed 1998
East Rennell makes up the southern third of Rennell Island, the southernmost island in the Solomon Island group in the western Pacific. Rennell, 86 km long x 15 km wide, is the largest raised coral atoll in the world. The site includes approximately 37,000 ha ...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kirakira

What is the population of Kirakira?

Kirakira has a population of 2,107 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 142 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kirakira?

Kirakira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.0 inches.

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