Wallis & Futuna
A small French territory in the South Pacific, where three traditional kingdoms, village customs and lagoon coasts shape the trip. Accommodation is limited.
Wallis & Futuna is a French overseas territory in the South Pacific, between Fiji and Samoa. It has two island groups. Wallis, the larger one, is home to Mata-Utu, the territorial capital, and Futuna lies to the southwest. The islands keep three traditional kingdoms, and chiefly customs still shape village life, church and community events.
This suits travelers who want a slow stop in the Pacific and are happy with simple rooms. Expect lagoons, reef-fringed coasts and walks between villages, with few roads. Flights run from Nouméa in New Caledonia, and prices are in CFP francs, the local currency. The drier months are the easier time to visit. Plan several days on Wallis and allow extra time for the hop to Futuna, since flights are limited and rooms are few.
Five things to know before Wallis & Futuna
- Check the French visa rules for your passport
UK passports can visit visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business, with a passport valid 6 months after you leave. Check other passports on the official France-visas site. Visas and entry
- Fly in through Nouméa
Wallis is reached by flights from Nouméa in New Caledonia, a few times a week. Futuna is a short domestic hop from Wallis.
- Book your room before anything else
There are only a few small hotels and guesthouses. Confirm a room and airport transfer before you pay for flights.
- Bring cash in CFP francs
Card acceptance is limited and there are few ATMs. Bring euros to change or CFP francs from New Caledonia or French Polynesia. Money
- Speak some French, or carry a translation app
French and Wallisian or Futunan are spoken, and English is rare. A few French phrases help with transport, meals and rooms.
Wallis & Futuna travel guides
Practical guides from writers who live there.
Destinations in Wallis & Futuna
When to go
- Rainy days
- Days with storms
- Best
- JanuaryRain24 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Wet, cyclone riskJanuaryRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 418 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, cyclone risk
- FebruaryRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°WettestFebruaryRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 567 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wettest
- MarchRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Wet, cyclone riskMarchRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 283 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, cyclone risk
- AprilRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low28°ShowersAprilRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 28°
- Precipitation
- 258 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- MayRain24 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°DrierMayRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 258 mm
- Rainy days
- 24
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Drier
- JuneRain21 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Dry, breezyJuneRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 158 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, breezy
- JulyRain22 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Dry, breezyJulyRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 178 mm
- Rainy days
- 22
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, breezy
- AugustRain20 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°DryAugustRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 145 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry
- SeptemberRain21 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Dry, calmSeptemberRain
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 141 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, calm
- OctoberRain25 rainy daysHigh28°Low27°Warm, showersOctoberRain
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 243 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, showers
- NovemberRain25 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh29°Low27°Wet season startsNovemberRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 301 mm
- Rainy days
- 25
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 1
Wet season starts
- DecemberRain27 rainy daysHigh29°Low27°Wet, humidDecemberRain
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 371 mm
- Rainy days
- 27
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, humid
Average daily high and low in Mata-Utu, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Wallis & Futuna
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
26
- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 84%
- Wind
- 37 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 67%
Wallis & Futuna
12:55 PM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today27°26°67%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Wed28°26°32%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 32%.
- Thu28°26°67%Thursday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Fri28°26°57%Friday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 57%.
- Sat27°25°26%Saturday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 26%.
- Sun28°26°39%Sunday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 39%.
- Mon28°26°38%Monday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 38%.
Updated 08:44 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 106.9 XPF
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Wallis & Futuna FAQ
Do I need a visa for Wallis & Futuna?
UK passports can visit for up to 90 days without a visa, for tourism or business. Other passports should be checked on the official France-visas site before you book.
How do I get to Wallis & Futuna?
By flight from Nouméa in New Caledonia, a few times a week. Futuna is a short domestic flight from Wallis, so check both schedules together.
What is there to see in Wallis & Futuna?
Crater lakes such as Lalolalo on Wallis, stone churches, archaeological sites and a lagoon with small islets. It suits travelers who want quiet over activities.
Is English spoken in Wallis & Futuna?
Rarely. French and the local Polynesian languages are used day to day, so learn a few French phrases.
What currency is used in Wallis & Futuna?
The CFP franc, the same currency as New Caledonia and French Polynesia. Bring cash, since cards and ATMs are limited.