Tuvalu
Country · Oceania, Polynesia
Tuvalu is a remote island country located in the Polynesia subregion of Oceania. With a population of about 9,500 people and a total land area of approximately 25 square kilometers, the nation is centered around its capital, Funafuti. This small nation offers a secluded experience in the Pacific.
Highlights
The fact sheet lists no specific sights for Tuvalu. Travelers visiting the country typically spend their time in the capital, Funafuti, or exploring the surrounding island environment.
When to go
The climate in Funafuti remains consistent throughout the year, with average temperatures holding steady at 27 °C. Rainfall is a significant and constant factor, with high precipitation levels occurring in every month. While rain is frequent year-round, the heaviest rainfall occurs during January, March, and December, with totals exceeding 350 mm. June and September are slightly less wet, recording about 20 rainy days each month. Travelers should be prepared for warm, tropical conditions and persistent rainfall regardless of the time of year.
Practical notes
Tuvalu uses the Tuvaluan dollar and the Australian dollar as currency. The official languages are Tuvaluan and English. For electrical needs, the country uses Type I plugs and operates at 220 V. Traffic moves on the left side of the road. The country is set to the UTC+12:00 time zone. The calling code for the nation is +688.
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 27 °C on average. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Rainfall, mm | 382 | 352 | 384 | 301 | 240 | 217 | 269 | 241 | 238 | 251 | 238 | 361 |
| Rainy days | 23 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 26 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Funafuti (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.