Vao, also known as Upuaite, is a commune in New Caledonia located on the northwest coast of the island of Grande Terre. It experiences a tropical climate with an average temperature of 24 degrees Celsius and average humidity of 80%. The commune was founded in 1865 and is home to a diverse population of Melanesian, European, and Asian descent. Vao has a rich cultural heritage, with traditional Kanak customs and traditions still practiced today.
Geographic Data for Vao, , New Caledonia
| Latitude | -22° -40.000' |
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| Longitude | 167° 29.000' |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |