Papua New Guinea weather in September
What is the weather like in Papua New Guinea in September?
The weather conditions in Papua New Guinea in September range from poor to perfect depending on the destination.
During September in Papua New Guinea, the average maximum temperature ranges from high in Sideia with 27°C (81°F) to very high in Rabaul with 32°C (90°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 September ranges from low in Port Moresby with an average of 18mm (0.7inch) rainfall to heavy in Erave with 627mm (25inch).
It is also generally a
sunny
period with an average of 215 hours of sunshine in Port Moresby during the entire month.
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 September





Popular destinations in Papua New Guinea
What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Papua New Guinea?
Average weather in Port Moresby
In September Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Average weather in Madang
In September Madang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Kokopo
In September Kokopo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Lae
In September Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Mount Hagen
In September Mount Hagen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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 September the best time to go to Papua New Guinea?
In our opinion September 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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