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

Thinking of visiting Port Moresby in February? Check the weather first! Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In February, Port Moresby usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 24°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Port Moresby in February falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 233 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 157 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Port Moresby. 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 February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 233 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Papua New Guinea in February

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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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