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Goroka Weather in August
In Goroka, August brings high daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to 14°C (57°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Goroka in August
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 161 mm (6.3 in) average for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.
Temperature in Goroka in August
August in Goroka brings high temperatures, with highs of 23°C (73°F) and nights around 14°C (57°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Goroka.
Goroka Temperature in August
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
161 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Goroka Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Goroka in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Goroka spanning 27 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Goroka historical weather extremes in August
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Goroka from 2006 through 2026.
- The warmest day in August was on August 26, 2015, with a maximum of 29°C (84°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in August was 18°C (64°F), recorded on August 1, 2010.
- The coldest night in August in Goroka was on August 12, 2015, with a minimum of 9°C (48°F).
- The heaviest August precipitation occurred on August 8, 2016, when 36 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation fell.
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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).
What to Wear in Goroka in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Goroka in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10
Goroka 3-Day Forecast
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