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Tandai, Solomon Islands
Guadalcanal Province · Solomon Islands
Tandai is a small city in Guadalcanal Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 24,592. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tandai
The term tandai is a Kamakura and Muromachi period colloquialism for any very important governmental, judiciary or military post in a determinate area. During the Kamakura shogunate, examples of tandai in the east of the country were the shikken and the rensho, in the west of the country and in Kyūshū the Rokuhara tandai and the Chinzei bugyō, also called Chinzei tandai.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,592 |
| Population Density | 2,897 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4467°, 159.9455° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Country | 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands |
| State / Province | Guadalcanal Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 129.4 inches (3,287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tandai
Tandai is a small city in Solomon Islands (Guadalcanal Province) with a population of 24,592. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 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 Tandai
Tandai 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Solomon Islands avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,897/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4467°N, 159.9455°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 80 km |
| 2003 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 147 km |
| 1926 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 53 km |
| 1950 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 79 km |
| 1966 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
| 1988 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 138 km |
| 1977 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 18 | 104 km |
| 2022 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 56 km |
| 1991 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 103 km |
| 1977 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 66 km |
| 1926 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gallego (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Gallego | Volcanic field | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Savo | Stratovolcano | 485 m (1,591 ft) | 1847 | 38 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest |
Tandai has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in August to 80°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 98.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.8") and June the driest (4.5").
Museums in Tandai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum | ||||
| Solomon Islands National Museum | ||||
| Vilu War Museum |
Libraries in Tandai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Library Area | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tandai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honiara Central Market | |||||
| Kukum fresh produce market |
Stadiums & Teams in Tandai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tandai
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Honiara International Airport | HIR | Large Airport |
| Avu Avu Airport | AVU | Small Airport |
| Babanakira Airport | MBU | Small Airport |
| Gwaunaru'u Airport | AKS | Small Airport |
| Yandina Airport | XYA | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tandai
What is the population of Tandai?
Tandai has a population of 24,592 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 2,897 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tandai?
Tandai 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.