Papua New Guinea weather in October
What is the weather like in Papua New Guinea in October?
The weather conditions in Papua New Guinea in October range from poor to perfect depending on the destination.
During October in Papua New Guinea, the average maximum temperature ranges from high in Sideia with 28°C (82°F) to very high in Rabaul with 33°C (91°F). These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation in October ranges from low in Port Moresby with an average of 16mm (0.6inch) rainfall to heavy in Erave with 465mm (18inch).
It is also generally a
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We invite you to have a look at the map below to find out more about the different weather conditions per location in Papua New Guinea.
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in October
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Popular destinations in Papua New Guinea
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Papua New Guinea?
Average weather in Port Moresby
In October Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Madang
In October Madang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kokopo
In October Kokopo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Lae
In October Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (74°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Mount Hagen
In October Mount Hagen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Papua New Guinea.
Is October the best time to go to Papua New Guinea?
In our opinion October is one of the best times to visit Papua New Guinea with commonly perfect weather in Port Moresby. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit Papua New Guinea is in June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Port Moresby.
The worst months are January and March that can have unpleasant weather conditions.
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