Temperature in Highlands Region in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea this May.

Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea, a region in Papua New Guinea, experiences high average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Mount Hagen to 29°C (84°F) in Misima Island. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Misima Island and 13°C (55°F) in Mount Hagen.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea in May?

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Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

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Highlands Region temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea in May?

Mount Hagen averages a daytime high of 23°C (73°F) in May, which is high for Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea.

How cold does it get at night in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea in May?

Nighttime temperatures in Mount Hagen typically drop to around 13°C (55°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea?

Misima Island tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 26°C (79°F).

What is the coldest city in May in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea?

For the month of May, Mount Hagen is the most temperate city in Highlands Region, Papua New Guinea based on our records. Highs average 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 13°C (55°F).

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Misima Island this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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