Climate of Southern Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Area-weighted average across Southern Highlands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Southern Highlands, a subdivision of Papua New Guinea, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in July to 19.8°C / 67.6°F in February, with rainfall from 243 mm / 9.6 in to 372 mm / 14.6 in depending on the season (3485 mm / 137.2 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 | 19.7°C67.5°F | 313 mm12.3″ | — |
| February | 19.8°C67.6°F | 310 mm12.2″ | — |
| March | 19.7°C67.5°F | 372 mm14.6″ | — |
| April | 19.5°C67.1°F | 290 mm11.4″ | — |
| May | 19.6°C67.3°F | 286 mm11.3″ | — |
| June | 18.7°C65.7°F | 243 mm9.6″ | — |
| July | 18.2°C64.8°F | 248 mm9.8″ | — |
| August | 18.4°C65.1°F | 257 mm10.1″ | — |
| September | 18.7°C65.7°F | 273 mm10.7″ | — |
| October | 19.1°C66.4°F | 309 mm12.2″ | — |
| November | 19.4°C66.9°F | 271 mm10.7″ | — |
| December | 19.6°C67.3°F | 313 mm12.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Southern Highlands?
Southern Highlands, Papua New Guinea does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 19.8°C / 67.6°F, and the driest is June at 243 mm / 9.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Southern Highlands?
Southern Highlands, Papua New Guinea has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.2°C / 64.8°F in July to 19.8°C / 67.6°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 3485 mm / 137.2 in, with the wettest month being March (372 mm / 14.6 in) and the driest June (243 mm / 9.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Southern Highlands?
The hottest month in Southern Highlands is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.8°C / 67.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Southern Highlands?
The coldest month in Southern Highlands is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.2°C / 64.8°F.
When does it rain most in Southern Highlands?
The wettest month in Southern Highlands is March, averaging about 372 mm / 14.6 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 243 mm / 9.6 in.