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Saratamata, Vanuatu
Penama · Vanuatu
Saratamata is a small town in Penama, Vanuatu with a population of 0. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Saratamata
Saratamata is the capital of Penama Province of the island country of Vanuatu. It is situated on the eastern shore of Ambae Island and is the largest settlement in that island.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Coordinates | -15.2903°, 167.9668° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
| Country | 🇻🇺 Vanuatu |
| State / Province | Penama |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 98.9 inches (2,511 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saratamata
Saratamata is a small town in Vanuatu (Penama) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 98.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Efate.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Vanuatu avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -15.2903°N, 167.9668°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 | — | 128 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 7.0 m | — | 100 km |
| 1999 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 10 | 129 km |
| 1965 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 142 km |
| 1987 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 136 km |
| 2023 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 34 km |
| 2016 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 105 km |
| 1980 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ambae (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ambae | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 2018 | 18 km |
| Ambrym | Pyroclastic shield | 1,334 m (4,377 ft) | 2018 | 108 km |
| Gaua | Stratovolcano | 797 m (2,615 ft) | 2011 | 124 km |
| Epi | Stratovolcano(es) | 833 m (2,733 ft) | 2004 | 160 km |
| Suretamatai | Complex | 921 m (3,022 ft) | 1966 | 174 km |
| Kuwae | Caldera | -2 m (-7 ft) | 1974 | 182 km |
| Motlav | Stratovolcano | 411 m (1,348 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 13.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 14.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | Driest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in |
Saratamata has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 113.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (14.0") and September the driest (6.3").
Colleges & Universities in Saratamata
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torgil Rural Training Centre | College | — | — |
Schools in Saratamata
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Patrick's School, Vureas | — | — | — | — |
| Qwatuneala Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Simon Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ambaebulu School | — | — | — | — |
| Tagaga French Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Saratamata
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Saratamata
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Santo Pekoa International Airport | SON | Medium Airport |
| Longana Airport | LOD | Small Airport |
| Lonorore Airport | LNE | Small Airport |
| Maewo-Naone Airport | MWF | Small Airport |
| Redcliffe Airport | RCL | Small Airport |
| Sara Airport | SSR | Small Airport |
| Walaha Airport | WLH | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saratamata
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ambanga Church of Christ | |
| Duviara Church of Christ | |
| Saint Luke Anglican Church | |
| Saint Mark Chapel |
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What is the weather like in Saratamata?
Saratamata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.9 inches.