Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea Weather in July

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

Thinking about venturing to Papua New Guinea this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Papua New Guinea in July

July in Papua New Guinea generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Mount Hagen at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Madang at 29°C (84°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Madang and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Hagen.

For specific regional insights in Papua New Guinea, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Lae with 523 mm (21 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Port Moresby.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Port Moresby sees close to 205 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Papua New Guinea by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Papua New Guinea in July

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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).

Popular Destinations in Papua New Guinea

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Temperature range in Papua New Guinea (July)

Precipitation variation in Papua New Guinea (July)

Port Moresby

In July Port Moresby generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
205 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Madang

In July Madang 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 tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
195 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Kokopo

In July Kokopo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
152 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Lae

In July Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
607 mm (24 in)
523 mm (21 in)
522 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Mount Hagen

In July Mount Hagen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
253 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Madang 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Kokopo 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Lae 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 523 mm (21 in)
Mount Hagen 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)
Erave 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 406 mm (16 in)

Papua New Guinea weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

July in Papua New Guinea brings perfect weather. In Port Moresby, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

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

In Port Moresby, the average daytime high in July is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Papua New Guinea during July, with Port Moresby averaging close to 42 mm (1.7 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Papua New Guinea?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to Papua New Guinea. Typically, the climate in Port Moresby is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Port Moresby. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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