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Kokopo Climate by Month

Kokopo has relatively stable weather with warm temperatures. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Kokopo experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in November to a comfortable 28°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 24°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kokopo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2789 mm of rainfall per year. Kokopo offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between March (319 mm) and September (156 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

Sunshine over the year

Kokopo offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between June (7.0 hours daily) and March (4.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Kokopo ranges from 28°C in May to 29°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (17 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kokopo in Papua New Guinea

Kokopo has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 29°C.
The average rainfall figures in Kokopo are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose June which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Kokopo?
    December has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Kokopo?
    The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kokopo?
    March tops the wettest month list with 319 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kokopo?
    September is the driest month with 156 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kokopo?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 210 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kokopo

    Mon   Dec 16
    30°C | 24°C
    N 7 km/h
    7.9 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    30°C | 24°C
    N 11 km/h
    12 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Wed   Dec 18
    32°C | 24°C
    NW 14 km/h
    1.2 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder