Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Papua New Guinea in February.

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What to Expect in Papua New Guinea in February

February in Papua New Guinea generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Mount Hagen at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Port Moresby at 31°C (88°F). At night it cools down to 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby and 14°C (57°F) in Mount Hagen. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Papua New Guinea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sideia with an average of 207 mm (8.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Mount Hagen with 598 mm (24 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Port Moresby receives about 157 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Papua New Guinea by month

Best Places to Visit in Papua New Guinea in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Papua New Guinea.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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Temperature range in Papua New Guinea (February)

Precipitation variation in Papua New Guinea (February)

Port Moresby

In February Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
157 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
294 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Madang

In February Madang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
123 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
409 mm (16 in)
413 mm (16 in)
453 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kokopo

In February Kokopo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
157 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
303 mm (12 in)
319 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Lae

In February Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
586 mm (23 in)
497 mm (20 in)
639 mm (25 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Mount Hagen

In February Mount Hagen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
560 mm (22 in)
598 mm (24 in)
541 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
24 days
25 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Papua New Guinea in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)
Madang 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 413 mm (16 in)
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 303 mm (12 in)
Lae 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 497 mm (20 in)
Mount Hagen 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 598 mm (24 in)
Erave 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 389 mm (15 in)

Papua New Guinea weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Papua New Guinea in February?

In February, Papua New Guinea generally has poor weather conditions. Port Moresby sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Papua New Guinea in February?

In Port Moresby, the average daytime high in February is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Papua New Guinea get a lot of rain in February?

Rainfall in Papua New Guinea peaks during February. Port Moresby averages roughly 233 mm (9.2 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Papua New Guinea?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Papua New Guinea due to the typically poor weather in Port Moresby.

On average, the best time to visit Papua New Guinea is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Port Moresby. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and December tend to be poor.

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