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Kukum, Solomon Islands

Honiara · Solomon Islands

Kukum is a small town in Honiara, Solomon Islands with a population of 2,541. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,541 Population 172/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
129.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guadalcanal Timezone

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About Kukum

Kukum is a suburb of Honiara, Solomon Islands.

People

Population2,541
Density172/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain129.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population2,541
Population Density172 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates-9.4347°, 159.9819°
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal
Country🇸🇧 Solomon Islands
State / ProvinceHoniara
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation129.4 inches (3,287 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kukum

Kukum is a small town in Solomon Islands (Honiara) with a population of 2,541. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 129.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Guadalcanal.

Kukum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 129.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above Solomon Islands avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4347°N, 159.9819°W
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 129.4"
241% above Solomon Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 12.80"
Driest Month (Jun) 4.53"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

654 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 28, 2025.

Jan 20, 2003 126 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M7.3 146 km
Feb 9, 1991 68 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.9 108 km
Aug 16, 2007 31 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.5 72 km
Jan 8, 2000 15 km SE of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 45 km
Jul 25, 2012 1 km E of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 40 km
Feb 9, 1991 62 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 100 km
Mar 7, 2011 126 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 133 km
Jan 27, 2020 102 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 139 km
Jan 10, 2017 104 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 137 km
Jun 10, 2016 18 km WNW of Auki, Solomon Islands M6.2 106 km
Dec 14, 1994 38 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 63 km
Oct 6, 1997 120 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 142 km
Dec 8, 1999 31 km ESE of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 45 km
Sep 14, 2016 72 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.0 90 km
Oct 10, 1997 115 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.0 138 km
Aug 25, 1992 65 km SE of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.9 72 km
May 19, 1992 50 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 73 km
Mar 29, 2018 33 km NNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 44 km
Jun 28, 2010 26 km SE of Auki, Solomon Islands M5.8 111 km
Mar 9, 1994 30 km NNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Fergus Category 1 177 km
1993 Nina Category 1 247 km
1986 Namu Category 1 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

11 tsunamis 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 84 km
2003 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 146 km
1926 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 57 km
1950 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 1.2 m 82 km
1966 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 141 km
1988 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 1 136 km
1977 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 18 101 km
2022 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 60 km
1991 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 108 km
1977 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 65 km
1926 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gallego (29 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Gallego Volcanic field 1,000 m (3,281 ft) Unknown 29 km
Savo Stratovolcano 485 m (1,591 ft) 1847 38 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 12.8 in Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 12.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 11.9 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
May 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.5 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
August 78°F (25°C) 6.1 in Coldest
September 78°F (26°C) 6.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
December 80°F (26°C) 9.3 in Warmest

Kukum has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in August to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.8") and June the driest (4.5").

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Schools in Kukum

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Woodford School
Florence Young Christian School
Kukum Valley School
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Museums in Kukum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Museum
Solomon Islands National Museum
Vilu War Museum

Libraries in Kukum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
National Library Area0.0

Farmers Markets in Kukum

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Honiara Central Market
Kukum fresh produce market

Hotels in Kukum

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pacific Casino Hotel

Restaurants in Kukum

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jina Resturant

Cafes in Kukum

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shadel Cafe

Gas Stations in Kukum

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Didao
SB #271987708

Banks in Kukum

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BRED

Shopping Malls in Kukum

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bulkshop

Stadiums & Teams in Kukum

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Airports Near Kukum

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Honiara International AirportHIRLarge Airport
Avu Avu AirportAVUSmall Airport
Babanakira AirportMBUSmall Airport
Gwaunaru'u AirportAKSSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kukum

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kukum SDA church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Guadalcanal

🇸🇧 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kukum

What is the population of Kukum?

Kukum has a population of 2,541 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 172 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kukum?

Kukum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 129.4 inches.

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