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Misima Island weather in January (Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Misima Island this January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Misima Island includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 27°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.

Precipitation

Misima Island in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 262 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Misima Island. July, August and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April and May tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Misima Island climate page with graphs.

 

Misima Island, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 70%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 262 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  

Where to go in Papua New Guinea in January

Find out more about the weather in Papua New Guinea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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