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Port Moresby weather in August (Papua Region, Papua New Guinea)

Is Port Moresby a good destination in August, weather-wise? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The weather in Port Moresby during August is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 29°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 23°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Port Moresby in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 225 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Port Moresby.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and April tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Port Moresby, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 225 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Papua New Guinea in August

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. With a water temperature of around 26°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.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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