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Taro, Solomon Islands
Choiseul Province · Solomon Islands
Taro is a small town in Choiseul Province, Solomon Islands with a population of 1,053. Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Taro
Taro Island is a small island in Solomon Islands with 1,053 inhabitants as of 2019. It is the capital of Choiseul Province and is located in Choiseul Bay off the northwest coast of Choiseul Island. The island, which averages 2 meters above sea level, is threatened by rising sea levels.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,053 |
| Population Density | 7,020 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.7111°, 156.3972° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Country | 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands |
| State / Province | Choiseul Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 136.6 inches (3,469 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taro
Taro is a small town in Solomon Islands (Choiseul Province) with a population of 1,053. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 136.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Guadalcanal.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Solomon Islands avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 94 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,020/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.7111°N, 156.3972°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.3 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1974 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.3 m | — | 117 km |
| 1975 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 1974 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 104 km |
| 1959 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 98 km |
| 2017 | BOUGAINVILLE ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 3 | 145 km |
| 1955 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Loloru (88 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Loloru | Pyroclastic shield | 1,887 m (6,191 ft) | -1050 | 88 km |
| Billy Mitchell | Pyroclastic shield | 1,544 m (5,066 ft) | 1580 | 147 km |
| Bagana | Lava cone | 1,855 m (6,086 ft) | 2020 | 147 km |
| Simbo | Stratovolcano(es) | 335 m (1,099 ft) | 1910 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 14.3 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 12.6 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | Driest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in |
Taro has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 79°F in August to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 136.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.4") and November the driest (8.3").
Schools in Taro
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choiseul Bay Provincial Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Taro
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aropa Airport | KIE | Small Airport |
| Ballalae Airport | BAS | Small Airport |
| Basikuna Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buin Airport | UBI | Small Airport |
| Choiseul Bay Airport | CHY | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taro
What is the population of Taro?
Taro has a population of 1,053 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 7,020 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taro?
Taro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 136.6 inches.