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Kokopo weather in December (New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea)

What is the weather forecast for Kokopo in December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Kokopo tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 29°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 25°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Kokopo in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 301 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 167 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kokopo. June, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kokopo climate page with graphs.

 

Kokopo, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 301 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Rabaul, Papua New Guinea (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Papua New Guinea in December

Find out more about the weather in Papua New Guinea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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