Climate of Central, Papua New Guinea
Area-weighted average across Central. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Central, a subdivision of Papua New Guinea, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21.5°C / 70.7°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in January, with rainfall from 114 mm / 4.5 in to 280 mm / 11 in depending on the season (2284 mm / 89.9 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.9°C75°F | 266 mm10.5″ | Tropical |
| February | 23.8°C74.8°F | 256 mm10.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 23.6°C74.5°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| April | 23.2°C73.8°F | 220 mm8.7″ | Tropical |
| May | 23°C73.4°F | 185 mm7.3″ | Tropical |
| June | 22.1°C71.8°F | 126 mm5″ | Tropical |
| July | 21.5°C70.7°F | 115 mm4.5″ | — |
| August | 21.7°C71.1°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| September | 22.3°C72.1°F | 158 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| October | 22.9°C73.2°F | 173 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| November | 23.3°C73.9°F | 166 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 23.8°C74.8°F | 225 mm8.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Central?
Central, Papua New Guinea does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 23.9°C / 75°F, and the driest is August at 114 mm / 4.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Central?
Central, Papua New Guinea has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21.5°C / 70.7°F in July to 23.9°C / 75°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 2284 mm / 89.9 in, with the wettest month being March (280 mm / 11 in) and the driest August (114 mm / 4.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Central?
The hottest month in Central is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.9°C / 75°F.
What is the coldest month in Central?
The coldest month in Central is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.5°C / 70.7°F.
When does it rain most in Central?
The wettest month in Central is March, averaging about 280 mm / 11 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 114 mm / 4.5 in.