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Sola, Vanuatu
Torba · Vanuatu
Sola is a small town in Torba, Vanuatu with a population of 1,171. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sola
Sola is the capital village of Torba Province in Vanuatu. It is on the island of Vanua Lava.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,171 |
| Population Density | 365 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -13.8761°, 167.5517° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
| Country | 🇻🇺 Vanuatu |
| State / Province | Torba |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 137.9 inches (3,502 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sola
Sola is a small town in Vanuatu (Torba) with a population of 1,171. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 137.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Efate.
Climate in Sola
Sola 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 4878 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Vanuatu avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 102 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 365/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -13.8761°N, 167.5517°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Efate |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2009 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 149 km |
| 1987 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 37 km |
| 2023 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 132 km |
| 2010 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 100 km |
| 2016 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 90 km |
| 1980 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
| 1953 | CORAL SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
| 1910 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 114 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Suretamatai (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Suretamatai | Complex | 921 m (3,022 ft) | 1966 | 12 km |
| Motlav | Stratovolcano | 411 m (1,348 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Gaua | Stratovolcano | 797 m (2,615 ft) | 2011 | 44 km |
| Ambae | Shield | 1,496 m (4,908 ft) | 2018 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 15.3 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 15.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in |
Sola has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in August to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 137.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (15.5") and August the driest (7.1").
Schools in Sola
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vocational Training center | — | — | — | — |
| Sangland Centre School | — | — | — | — |
| Vocational School | — | — | — | — |
Clinics in Sola
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sola
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sola
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaua Island Airport | ZGU | Medium Airport |
| Mota Lava Airport | MTV | Small Airport |
| Sola Airport | SLH | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sola
What is the population of Sola?
Sola has a population of 1,171 residents and is located in Vanuatu. The population density is 365 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sola?
Sola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 102 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 137.9 inches.