Climate of Chimbu, Papua New Guinea
Area-weighted average across Chimbu. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Chimbu, a subdivision of Papua New Guinea, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.8°C / 64°F in July to 19.4°C / 66.9°F in February, with rainfall from 149 mm / 5.9 in to 311 mm / 12.2 in depending on the season (2766 mm / 108.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.3°C66.7°F | 273 mm10.7″ | — |
| February | 19.4°C66.9°F | 298 mm11.7″ | — |
| March | 19.2°C66.6°F | 311 mm12.2″ | — |
| April | 19.1°C66.4°F | 252 mm9.9″ | — |
| May | 19.1°C66.4°F | 210 mm8.3″ | — |
| June | 18.3°C64.9°F | 149 mm5.9″ | — |
| July | 17.8°C64°F | 152 mm6″ | — |
| August | 18.1°C64.6°F | 162 mm6.4″ | — |
| September | 18.4°C65.1°F | 208 mm8.2″ | — |
| October | 18.6°C65.5°F | 238 mm9.4″ | — |
| November | 18.8°C65.8°F | 236 mm9.3″ | — |
| December | 19.2°C66.6°F | 277 mm10.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Chimbu?
Chimbu, Papua New Guinea does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 19.4°C / 66.9°F, and the driest is June at 149 mm / 5.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Chimbu?
Chimbu, Papua New Guinea has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.8°C / 64°F in July to 19.4°C / 66.9°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 2766 mm / 108.9 in, with the wettest month being March (311 mm / 12.2 in) and the driest June (149 mm / 5.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Chimbu?
The hottest month in Chimbu is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.4°C / 66.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Chimbu?
The coldest month in Chimbu is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.8°C / 64°F.
When does it rain most in Chimbu?
The wettest month in Chimbu is March, averaging about 311 mm / 12.2 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 149 mm / 5.9 in.