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Temperature in Papua New Guinea in May

May in Papua New Guinea has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from high in Mount Hagen with 23°C to very high temperatures in Port Moresby with 30°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Port Moresby and 13°C in Mount Hagen.

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

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in May in Papua New Guinea?
  • Based on our systematic data collection, Port Moresby has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 30°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 24°C."

  • What is the coldest city in May in Papua New Guinea?
  • For the month of May, Mount Hagen is the most temperate city in Papua New Guinea based on our records. With highs averaging 23°C and nighttime temperatures dipping to around 13°C.

  • How much sun does Papua New Guinea get in May?
  • The city Port Moresby usually sees around 212 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 28°C in Port Moresby this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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