Momase Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea in January.

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Considering a trip to Momase Region, Papua New Guinea this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Momase Region in January

Momase Region, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. January in Momase Region generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Madang. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Madang with an average of 409 mm (16 in) to heavy rainfall in Lae with 586 mm (23 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Madang receives about 155 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Momase Region in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Momase Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Momase Region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea?

Temperature range in Momase Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Momase Region (January)

Madang

In January Madang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
155 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
421 mm (17 in)
409 mm (16 in)
413 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Madang →

Lae

In January Lae generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
687 mm (27 in)
586 mm (23 in)
497 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lae →

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In our records: Papua New Guinea January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Papua New Guinea in our climate database (1988 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Papua New Guinea reached 39°C (102°F) in Port Moresby on January 21, 2023.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Momase Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Madang 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 409 mm (16 in)
Lae 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 586 mm (23 in)

Momase Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea in January?

January in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea brings poor weather. In Madang, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea in January?

In Madang, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Momase Region, Papua New Guinea get a lot of rain in January?

Rainfall in Momase Region, Papua New Guinea peaks during January. Madang averages roughly 409 mm (16 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Momase Region, Papua New Guinea?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Momase Region, Papua New Guinea with often poor weather in Madang.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly pleasant weather in Madang. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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