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Vuhokesa, Solomon Islands
Honiara · Solomon Islands
Vuhokesa is a small town in Honiara, Solomon Islands with a population of 1,328. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vuhokesa
Vuhokesa is a suburb in Honiara located in the main center on the Tandai Highway and includes the City Council roundabout. Vuhokesa is in the Honiara City Council ward of Vavaea. and is East of Point Cruz and West of Lord Howe Settlement. The Vuhokesa border is the West bank of the Mataniko River which runs into Kua Bay.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,328 |
| Population Density | 90 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.4357°, 159.9631° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Country | 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands |
| State / Province | Honiara |
| 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 Vuhokesa
Vuhokesa is a small town in Solomon Islands (Honiara) with a population of 1,328. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 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.
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 | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 90/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -9.4357°N, 159.9631°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 | 82 km |
| 2003 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 147 km |
| 1926 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 55 km |
| 1950 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 1.2 m | — | 81 km |
| 1966 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 143 km |
| 1988 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 1 | 137 km |
| 1977 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 18 | 103 km |
| 2022 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 58 km |
| 1991 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 1977 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | — | 66 km |
| 1926 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Gallego (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Gallego | Volcanic field | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Savo | Stratovolcano | 485 m (1,591 ft) | 1847 | 37 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 |
Vuhokesa 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 Vuhokesa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Museum | ||||
| Solomon Islands National Museum | ||||
| Vilu War Museum |
Libraries in Vuhokesa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Library Area | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vuhokesa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honiara Central Market | |||||
| Kukum fresh produce market |
Hotels in Vuhokesa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vuhokesa
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vuhokesa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Vuhokesa
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vuhokesa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vuhokesa
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vuhokesa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Cathedral | |
| South Seas Evangelical Church | |
| Wesley United Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Vuhokesa?
Vuhokesa has a population of 1,328 residents and is located in Solomon Islands. The population density is 90 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vuhokesa?
Vuhokesa 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.