When planning a visit to West Papua in Indonesia, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 29°C (84°F) in July up to 30°C (86°F) during the peak of October. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Sorong, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In West Papua, particularly in Sorong, temperatures are consistently high throughout the year, with average maximum temperatures always above 29°C (84°F).
The hottest season always takes place in May, October and November.
When it comes to rainfall, West Papua sees significant variations throughout the year. April tends to be the wettest, receiving 319 mm (13 in) of rain, while August is much drier with just 191 mm (7.5 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 191 mm (7.5 in) to 319 mm (13 in) monthly.
