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Luganville, Vanuatu
Sanma · Vanuatu
Luganville is a small city in Sanma, Vanuatu with a population of 13,397. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Luganville
Luganville is the second largest city in Vanuatu after the capital Port Vila; it is located on the island of Espiritu Santo and has a population of 17,719 as of the 2020 census. Those on Vanuatu's northern islands who regard Luganville as their big city, particularly indigenous populations, call it Santo; rural residents of Espiritu Santo call it Kanal. Luganville served as a major base of operations for American troops during World War II.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,397 |
| Population Density | 4,174 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.5199°, 167.1624° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
| Country | 🇻🇺 Vanuatu |
| State / Province | Sanma |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.1 inches (2,923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Luganville
Luganville is a small city in Vanuatu (Sanma) with a population of 13,397. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Efate.
Climate in Luganville
Luganville has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jan (27°C), the coldest is Jul (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2565 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.3°F |
| 43% above Vanuatu avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 133 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.5199°N, 167.1624°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | — | 146 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 7.0 m | — | 31 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 57 km |
| 1994 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 128 km |
| 2023 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 106 km |
| 2016 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 137 km |
| 2016 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 63 km |
| 1980 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambae (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambae | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 2018 | 74 km |
| Ambrym | Pyroclastic shield | 1,334 m (4,377 ft) | 2018 | 131 km |
| Gaua | Stratovolcano | 797 m (2,615 ft) | 2011 | 144 km |
| Epi | Stratovolcano(es) | 833 m (2,733 ft) | 2004 | 182 km |
| Suretamatai | Complex | 921 m (3,022 ft) | 1966 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 7.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in |
Luganville has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 115.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (14.3") and August the driest (5.8").
Colleges & Universities in Luganville
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Luganville | College | — | — |
| Maritime college | College | — | — |
| Navota Rural Training Centre | College | — | — |
| Talua Bible College | College | — | — |
| USP Santo Learning Centre | University | — | — |
| Vanuatu Agriculture College | College | — | — |
Schools in Luganville
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banban school | — | — | — | — |
| Vunabulu school | — | — | — | — |
| Santo East Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sarakata primary & centre school | — | — | — | — |
| Sarakata SDA school | — | — | — | — |
| Santo Christian School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary and kindy school | — | — | — | — |
| Bombua high school | — | — | — | — |
| Aore Adventist Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Luganville French primary school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Luganville
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Luganville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Pacific WWII Museum |
Farmers Markets in Luganville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plaz | |||||
| Marketplace | |||||
| Mavuro Road market | |||||
| Public Market | |||||
| Vegetable market | |||||
| Vegetable Market | |||||
| Vegetable market |
Hotels in Luganville
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Luganville
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Luganville
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Luganville
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Luganville
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Luganville
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Luganville
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Luganville
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Luganville
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Luganville
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Luganville
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Pekoa International Airport | SON | Medium Airport |
| Norsup Airport | NUS | Small Airport |
| North West Santo Airport | OLJ | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | RCL | Small Airport |
| Walaha Airport | WLH | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Luganville
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Luganville Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Luganville
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apostolic life | |
| Assembly of god | |
| Banan Apostolic Church | |
| Banban Bible Church | |
| Banban transfiguration parish | |
| Banban whitewood christian fellowship | |
| Biria SDA church | |
| Jehovah witness | |
| Mavunlevu Apostolic | |
| Pentecost church | |
| Sarakata Anglican church | |
| Sarakata apostolic church | |
| Sarakata SDS |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Luganville?
Luganville has a population of 13,397 residents and is located in Vanuatu. The population density is 4,174 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Luganville?
Luganville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 133 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.1 inches.