Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea Weather in November

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

Are you planning a trip a to Papua New Guinea in November and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Papua New Guinea in November

November in Papua New Guinea generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Mount Hagen at 23°C (73°F) to very warm in Port Moresby at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Hagen. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Papua New Guinea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 135 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Lae with 592 mm (23 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in November. Port Moresby typically receives 244 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 November

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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

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Papua New Guinea?

Temperature range in Papua New Guinea (November)

Precipitation variation in Papua New Guinea (November)

Port Moresby

In November 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 high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
244 hours
218 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Madang

In November Madang generally has 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.

October
November
December
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
217 hours
195 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
337 mm (13 in)
421 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kokopo

In November 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 unpleasant that month.

October
November
December
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
174 hours
174 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
301 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Lae

In November Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
505 mm (20 in)
592 mm (23 in)
687 mm (27 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Mount Hagen

In November Mount Hagen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
358 mm (14 in)
370 mm (15 in)
484 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Papua New Guinea.

Popular cities in November

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Madang 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 337 mm (13 in)
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 216 mm (8.5 in)
Lae 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 592 mm (23 in)
Mount Hagen 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 370 mm (15 in)
Erave 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 393 mm (15 in)

Papua New Guinea weather in November: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Papua New Guinea in November. The popular destination of Port Moresby averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Port Moresby peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in November, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Papua New Guinea sees substantial rainfall in November. Port Moresby typically averages about 135 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Papua New Guinea?

In our opinion, November is a good time to visit Papua New Guinea with overall tolerable weather in Port Moresby. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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.

Interested in more climate information?

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