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Port-Vila
City in Shefa, Vanuatu
Overview
Port-Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, is a charming seaside city on Efate Island, known for its picturesque harbor, lively markets, and blend of Melanesian and French cultures. The city offers tropical relaxation, adventure activities, and a warm island welcome.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Vanuatu
Province
Shefa
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Efate
Coordinates
-17.74°, 168.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
50
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$1,620
Local Cost
$910
Local Income
$520
Cashless
20
English
80
Temperature
26.2°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
24.8°C
Record High
30.8°C
Record Low
19.8°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1543 mm
Internet Speed
12 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
20 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
7.0
Airport
VLI
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 30 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 76/100.
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