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Panatina, Solomon Islands

Honiara · Solomon Islands

Panatina is a mid-size city in Honiara, Solomon Islands with a population of 32,712. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

32,712 Population 2,210/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
129.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Guadalcanal Timezone

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About Panatina

Panatina is a suburb of Honiara, Solomon Islands and is located West of the main center.

People

Population32,712
Density2,210/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain129.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population32,712
Population Density2,210 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates-9.4322°, 160.0061°
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 Panatina

Panatina is a mid-size city in Solomon Islands (Honiara) with a population of 32,712. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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.

Climate in Panatina

Panatina has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1771 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 260.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 216.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 163.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 128.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 92.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 117.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 75.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 90.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 143.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 223.7
Panatina 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 49 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²)
Population Density2,210/sq mi
Coordinates-9.4322°N, 160.0061°W
TimezonePacific/Guadalcanal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 129.4"
241% above Solomon Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 12.20"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

660 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 M7.3 144 km
Feb 9, 1991 68 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.9 110 km
Aug 16, 2007 31 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.5 74 km
Jul 25, 2012 1 km E of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 42 km
Jan 8, 2000 15 km SE of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 47 km
Feb 9, 1991 62 km WSW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.4 103 km
Mar 7, 2011 126 km W of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 132 km
Jan 27, 2020 102 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 137 km
Jan 10, 2017 104 km WNW of Kirakira, Solomon Islands M6.3 135 km
Jun 10, 2016 18 km WNW of Auki, Solomon Islands M6.2 104 km
Dec 14, 1994 38 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 66 km
Dec 8, 1999 31 km ESE of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 46 km
Oct 6, 1997 120 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.1 145 km
Oct 10, 1997 115 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.0 140 km
Sep 14, 2016 72 km NW of Malango, Solomon Islands M6.0 93 km
Aug 25, 1992 65 km SE of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.9 71 km
Jun 28, 2010 26 km SE of Auki, Solomon Islands M5.8 108 km
Sep 24, 2015 103 km ESE of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 102 km
May 19, 1992 50 km WNW of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 76 km
Nov 2, 1995 10 km S of Malango, Solomon Islands M5.8 52 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 1 178 km
1993 Nina Category 1 247 km
1986 Namu Category 1 164 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 86 km
2003 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 144 km
1926 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 2.0 m 60 km
1950 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 1.2 m 84 km
1966 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.2 m 140 km
1988 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 1 134 km
1977 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 18 99 km
2022 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 62 km
1991 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m 110 km
1977 SOLOMON ISLANDS Earthquake 63 km
1926 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 111 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gallego (32 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Gallego Volcanic field 1,000 m (3,281 ft) Unknown 32 km
Savo Stratovolcano 485 m (1,591 ft) 1847 39 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 12.2 in Wettest
February 81°F (27°C) 12.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
May 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
June 80°F (26°C) 3.8 in Driest
July 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in
December 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in Warmest

Panatina has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 93.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.2") and June the driest (3.8").

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Schools in Panatina

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
King George VI National High School
Burns Creek Primary School
Solomon Islands National Institute of Sports
Betikama Adventist College
Palm Drive Primary School
St. Joseph Tenaru National Secondary School
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Museums in Panatina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
National Museum
Solomon Islands National Museum
Vilu War Museum

Libraries in Panatina

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
National Library Area0.0

Farmers Markets in Panatina

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Honiara Central Market
Kukum fresh produce market

Cafes in Panatina

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cozy Cove Café
HP
Mambo Juice

Clinics in Panatina

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SB #727671129

Bus Stations in Panatina

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lunga

Gas Stations in Panatina

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Origin Gas Central Terminal
SB #11959737451
SB #11974420443
SB #748934413
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Stadiums & Teams in Panatina

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Airports Near Panatina

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 Panatina

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Tenaru Catholic Church

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Shipwrecks
3
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Guadalcanal
Elevation
29 m (95 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Panatina

What is the population of Panatina?

Panatina has a population of 32,712 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 2,210 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Panatina?

Panatina 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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