Climate of West Papua, Indonesia
Area-weighted average across West Papua. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
West Papua, a subdivision of Indonesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in November, with rainfall from 201 mm / 7.9 in to 307 mm / 12.1 in depending on the season (3031 mm / 119.3 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4°C77.7°F | 277 mm10.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.3°C77.5°F | 266 mm10.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.4°C77.7°F | 280 mm11″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.4°C77.7°F | 290 mm11.4″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.4°C77.7°F | 307 mm12.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.8°C76.6°F | 279 mm11″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.4°C75.9°F | 241 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.3°C75.7°F | 224 mm8.8″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.8°C76.6°F | 208 mm8.2″ | Tropical |
| October | 25.3°C77.5°F | 204 mm8″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.5°C77.9°F | 201 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.5°C77.9°F | 254 mm10″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit West Papua?
West Papua, Indonesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is November at 25.5°C / 77.9°F, and the driest is November at 201 mm / 7.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of West Papua?
West Papua, Indonesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in November. Annual rainfall averages about 3031 mm / 119.3 in, with the wettest month being May (307 mm / 12.1 in) and the driest November (201 mm / 7.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in West Papua?
The hottest month in West Papua is November, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
What is the coldest month in West Papua?
The coldest month in West Papua is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.3°C / 75.7°F.
When does it rain most in West Papua?
The wettest month in West Papua is May, averaging about 307 mm / 12.1 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 201 mm / 7.9 in.