Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea Weather in October

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

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What to Expect in Papua New Guinea in October

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Mount Hagen at 22°C (72°F) to very warm in Port Moresby at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Hagen. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Lae with 505 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Port Moresby sees around 233 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Papua New Guinea in October

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 (October)

Precipitation variation in Papua New Guinea (October)

Port Moresby

In October Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
233 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Madang

In October 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.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
216 hours
217 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
163 mm (6.4 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
337 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kokopo

In October 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 pleasant that month.

September
October
November
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
174 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Lae

In October Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
483 mm (19 in)
505 mm (20 in)
592 mm (23 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Mount Hagen

In October Mount Hagen generally has high 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 poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
299 mm (12 in)
358 mm (14 in)
370 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Madang 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Lae 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 505 mm (20 in)
Mount Hagen 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 358 mm (14 in)
Erave 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 483 mm (19 in)

Papua New Guinea weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Papua New Guinea brings tolerable weather. In Port Moresby, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

Port Moresby averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Papua New Guinea during October, with Port Moresby averaging close to 86 mm (3.4 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Papua New Guinea?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Port Moresby, October might be a good time to visit Papua New Guinea. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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