Honiara, Solomon Islands: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Honiara, Solomon Islands? If you're planning to go to Honiara, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Honiara
- Important essentials for Honiara
- Activities for Honiara
- Honiara in January: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in February: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in March: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in April: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in May: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in June: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in July: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in August: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in September: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in October: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in November: weather and what to pack
- Honiara in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Honiara, Solomon Islands
Based on the climate and weather in Honiara, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Honiara, Solomon Islands
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Honiara, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Honiara. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
Pickpocketing is an issue here, so wear a money pouch.
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G and I. This one is sufficent for most countries, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Honiara, Solomon Islands by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Honiara is constantly hot and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
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If you're going to the beach
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Rain poncho
A durable rain poncho to wear over your coat can be a lifesaver by protecting your coat. We like this one.
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The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are great for stormy weather:
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An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for stormy weather.
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Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. The finest luggage can let moisture in. We suggest:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
February
If you go to Honiara in February, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket will help avoid loads of aggrevation by protecting your nice jacket. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things stay dry. Even the best suitcases can let water in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in heavy rain.
March
If you vacation in Honiara during March, you might notice that it can be very hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat can be a lifesaver by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for bad weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. Even the best luggage can let water in. We like:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
April
If you vacation in Honiara during April, you might find that it can be sweltering. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket saves you time and money by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. The best luggage can let rain in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
May
If you are traveling to Honiara in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A good rain poncho to wear over your jacket will help avoid loads of aggrevation by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff remain dry. Even the most durable suitcases can let rain in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
June
June in Honiara is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Skirts
-
Sunglasses
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A quality rain poncho to wear over your coat saves you time and money by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are great for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is designed for storms.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. The best suitcases can let moisture in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
July
If you go to Honiara in July, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket can be a lifesaver by protecting your main jacket. We like this one.
-
Stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff don't get wet. Even the best suitcases can let moisture in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
August
If you visit Honiara during August, you may see that it is constantly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against the sun:
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A durable rain poncho to wear over your jacket will avoid travel headaches by protecting your main jacket. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. Even the most durable suitcases can let moisture in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
September
September in Honiara is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
-
Sunglasses
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A good rain poncho to wear over your coat will avoid travel headaches by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
Rainy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. Even the best suitcases can let water in. We suggest:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
October
If you visit Honiara during October, you will probably see that it can be very hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A weatherproof rain poncho to wear over your coat can be a lifesaver by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots essential. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is built for bad weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. The best luggage can let water in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a rainstorm.
November
November in Honiara is really hot and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your jacket saves you time and money by protecting your main coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a must. These boots are well-suited for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff remain dry. Even the finest suitcases can let water in. We recommend:
-
Rain pants
These will be vital in heavy rain.
December
December in Honiara can be very hot and somewhat stormy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our fave:
-
Sunglasses
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
Rain poncho
A high quality rain poncho to wear over your coat will avoid travel headaches by protecting your nice coat. We like this one.
-
The stormy weather makes rubber rain boots a necessity. These boots work well for stormy weather:
-
An umbrella
This excellent one is made for stormy weather.
-
Waterproof luggage cover
So your stuff don't get wet. The finest suitcases can let water in. We suggest:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
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