Temperature in Papua New Guinea in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Papua New Guinea this August.

Papua New Guinea, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 22°C (72°F) in Mount Hagen to 29°C (84°F) in Madang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Madang and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Hagen.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Papua New Guinea in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in Papua New Guinea. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

Papua New Guinea temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Papua New Guinea in August?

Daytime temperatures in Port Moresby typically peak at 29°C (84°F) in August, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Papua New Guinea in August?

Nighttime temperatures in Port Moresby typically drop to around 23°C (73°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Papua New Guinea?

According to our recent database analysis, Madang is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 29°C (84°F) and rarely drops below 24°C (75°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in August in Papua New Guinea?

According to our data, Mount Hagen holds the title for the coldest city in Papua New Guinea in August. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 22°C (72°F) and drops to lows of about 13°C (55°F) during the night.

How much sun does Papua New Guinea get in August?

Port Moresby enjoys close to 225 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Madang this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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