Climate of Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Area-weighted average across Eastern Highlands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Eastern Highlands, a subdivision of Papua New Guinea, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 17.1°C / 62.8°F in July to 18.6°C / 65.5°F in January, with rainfall from 87 mm / 3.4 in to 271 mm / 10.7 in depending on the season (2219 mm / 87.4 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 | 18.6°C65.5°F | 240 mm9.4″ | — |
| February | 18.6°C65.5°F | 265 mm10.4″ | — |
| March | 18.5°C65.3°F | 271 mm10.7″ | — |
| April | 18.4°C65.1°F | 213 mm8.4″ | — |
| May | 18.4°C65.1°F | 157 mm6.2″ | — |
| June | 17.5°C63.5°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| July | 17.1°C62.8°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| August | 17.3°C63.1°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| September | 17.7°C63.9°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| October | 18°C64.4°F | 193 mm7.6″ | — |
| November | 18.1°C64.6°F | 204 mm8″ | — |
| December | 18.4°C65.1°F | 250 mm9.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Eastern Highlands?
Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 18.6°C / 65.5°F, and the driest is July at 87 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Eastern Highlands?
Eastern Highlands, Papua New Guinea has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 17.1°C / 62.8°F in July to 18.6°C / 65.5°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 2219 mm / 87.4 in, with the wettest month being March (271 mm / 10.7 in) and the driest July (87 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Eastern Highlands?
The hottest month in Eastern Highlands is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.6°C / 65.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Eastern Highlands?
The coldest month in Eastern Highlands is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.1°C / 62.8°F.
When does it rain most in Eastern Highlands?
The wettest month in Eastern Highlands is March, averaging about 271 mm / 10.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 87 mm / 3.4 in.