Whether you're visiting Papua in Indonesia during the peak of October (31°C (88°F)) or the cooler months around July (29°C (84°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Jayapura, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
Papua, and particularly Jayapura, experiences consistently warm weather throughout the year, with average highs always exceeding 29°C (84°F).
October, November and December are generally the hottest months of the year.
When it comes to rainfall, Papua sees significant variations throughout the year. March tends to be the wettest, receiving 276 mm (11 in) of rain, while October is much drier with just 202 mm (8 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 202 mm (8 in) to 276 mm (11 in) monthly.
