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Lae Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Lae has a steady warm climate throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Lae remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in February to a comfortable 26°C in August.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in August. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Lae is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 7026 mm. The wettest period in Lae occurs in April, which receives around 731 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, September, Lae experiences heavy rainfall, totaling approximately 483 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Forecast for Lae

Sun   Jan 12
31°C | 25°C
SE 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

hourly forecast
Mon   Jan 13
32°C | 25°C
SE 4 m/s
1.3 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

hourly forecast
Tue   Jan 14
32°C | 25°C
S 4 m/s
1.9 mm
partly cloudy and slight rain

partly cloudy and slight rain

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Lae in Papua New Guinea

Lae has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 28°C.
The average rainfall figures in Lae 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. Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Lae?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lae?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lae?
    April tops the wettest month list with 731 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lae?
    September is the driest month with 483 mm of precipitation.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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