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Lakatoro, Vanuatu
Malampa · Vanuatu
Lakatoro is a small town in Malampa, Vanuatu with a population of 705. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lakatoro
Lakatoro is the capital of Malampa Province of the island country of Vanuatu. It is situated on the eastern shore of Malakula and is the largest settlement in that island. Lakatoro consists of a couple of retail shops, a supermarket, and a local market selling locally farmed goods.
People
Climate
| Population | 705 |
| Population Density | 220 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | -16.0999°, 167.4164° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
| Country | 🇻🇺 Vanuatu |
| State / Province | Malampa |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.6 inches (2,632 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lakatoro
Lakatoro is a small town in Vanuatu (Malampa) with a population of 705. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Efate.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.8°F |
| 44% above Vanuatu avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -16.0999°N, 167.4164°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2015 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 8.0 m | — | 86 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 7.0 m | — | 41 km |
| 1999 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 10 | 92 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 70 km |
| 1994 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 59 km |
| 2023 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 138 km |
| 2023 | EAST EPI VOLCANO | Astronomical | 0.1 m | — | 121 km |
| 2016 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 8 km |
| 1933 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambrym (77 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambrym | Pyroclastic shield | 1,334 m (4,377 ft) | 2018 | 77 km |
| Ambae | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 2018 | 91 km |
| Epi | Stratovolcano(es) | 833 m (2,733 ft) | 2004 | 121 km |
| Kuwae | Caldera | -2 m (-7 ft) | 1974 | 144 km |
| North Vate | Stratovolcano(es) | 594 m (1,949 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 12.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 10.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 10.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 8.0 in |
Lakatoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 103.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.3") and September the driest (3.8").
Radio Stations near Lakatoro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Banks in Lakatoro
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lakatoro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lakatoro
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Pekoa International Airport | SON | Medium Airport |
| Craig Cove Airport | CCV | Small Airport |
| Lamap Airport | LPM | Small Airport |
| Lamen Bay Airport | LNB | Small Airport |
| Norsup Airport | NUS | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | RCL | Small Airport |
| Sara Airport | SSR | Small Airport |
| Southwest Bay Airport | SWJ | Small Airport |
| Walaha Airport | WLH | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lakatoro
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Vanuatu Post Office Lakatoro |
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What is the population of Lakatoro?
Lakatoro has a population of 705 residents and is located in Vanuatu. The population density is 220 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lakatoro?
Lakatoro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.6 inches.