Climate of Papua New Guinea — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Papua New Guinea. Part of Melanesia, Oceania.
Located in Melanesia, Oceania, Papua New Guinea has a tropical climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 25°C / 77°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in January, with annual rainfall totalling around 2020 mm / 79.5 in — driest in August (110 mm / 4.3 in), wettest in March (210 mm / 8.3 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.5°C79.7°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.5°C79.7°F | 210 mm8.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.5°C79.7°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| May | 26°C78.8°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.5°C77.9°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 25°C77°F | 120 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 25°C77°F | 110 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 25.5°C77.9°F | 130 mm5.1″ | Tropical |
| October | 26°C78.8°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 26°C78.8°F | 180 mm7.1″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.5°C79.7°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is August at 110 mm / 4.3 in — likely your best travel window.
What is the climate of Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 25°C / 77°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 2020 mm / 79.5 in, with the wettest month being March (210 mm / 8.3 in) and the driest August (110 mm / 4.3 in). Regional variation within Papua New Guinea can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Papua New Guinea?
The hottest month in Papua New Guinea is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Papua New Guinea?
The coldest month in Papua New Guinea is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 25°C / 77°F.
When does it rain most in Papua New Guinea?
The wettest month in Papua New Guinea is March, averaging about 210 mm / 8.3 in of rain. The driest is August with about 110 mm / 4.3 in.