Goroka Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Goroka.

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Climate overview of Goroka

Goroka, Papua New Guinea, is famous for the Goroka Show, cultural festivals, coffee plantations, and traditional highland life. It maintains a fairly consistent, warm climate throughout the year and also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Goroka Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Goroka - and find the best time to visit.

January

24°C (75°F)View January → February

24°C (75°F)View February → March

24°C (75°F)View March → April

24°C (75°F)View April → May

24°C (75°F)View May → June

23°C (73°F)View June → This monthJuly

23°C (73°F)View July → August

23°C (73°F)View August → September

24°C (75°F)View September → October

24°C (75°F)View October → November

24°C (75°F)View November → December

24°C (75°F)View December →

Monthly Temperature in Goroka

The climate in Goroka remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in October to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 15°C (59°F) in October to 14°C (57°F) in July.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

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Rainfall in Goroka

Goroka is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3323 mm (131 in). The seasons in Goroka bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 473 mm (19 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 121 mm (4.8 in) over 21 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Goroka Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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Best Time to Visit Goroka

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Goroka in June, July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, April, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

Jan very wet Feb very wet Mar very wet Apr very wet May good Jun very good Jul very good Aug very good Sep good Oct mixed Nov very wet Dec very wet

Best overall: June, July and August
Warmest weather: all year round

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Goroka

What is the best time to visit Goroka?

June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Goroka. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

What temperatures can I expect in Goroka?

Daytime highs range from 23°C (73°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 14°C (57°F) to 15°C (59°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.