Papua Region Weather & Climate: Papua New Guinea

Climate by month across Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Papua Region

Papua Region is one of several regions in Papua New Guinea, with temperatures that range from 29°C (84°F) in July to 31°C (88°F) during the peak of December. We've based our full climate overview on data from Port Moresby, 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.

The climate in Papua Region, particularly in Port Moresby, is characterized by consistently high temperatures, with average maximums never falling below 29°C (84°F).

The peak heat season generally takes place in January, February and December.

Precipitation in Papua Region varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in March with 293 mm (12 in) of rain, while July stays relatively dry with 41 mm (1.6 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, March, April and December, when monthly rainfall can range from 194 mm (7.6 in) to 293 mm (12 in).

For those seeking sunshine, November usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Papua Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Moresby)

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Port Moresby Alotau Tufi
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Climate map of Papua Region

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Port Moresby 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 24°C (75°F) 1719 mm (68 in) 2,484 hours
Alotau 27°C (81°F) 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 24°C (75°F) 3079 mm (121 in)
Tufi 27°C (81°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 2822 mm (111 in)

Places in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea

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