New Britain Island Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in August.

Planning a getaway to New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in New Britain Island in August

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. August in New Britain Island generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Kokopo.

For a closer look at conditions across New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kokopo with an average of 172 mm (6.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Kabaira with 242 mm (9.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kokopo gets around 161 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore New Britain Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New Britain Island - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kokopo)

Best Places to Visit in New Britain Island in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New Britain Island.

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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).

Popular Destinations in New Britain Island

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea?

Temperature range in New Britain Island (August)

Precipitation variation in New Britain Island (August)

Kokopo

In August Kokopo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kabaira

In August Kabaira 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 mixed that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
161 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kimbe

In August Kimbe 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 mixed that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in New Britain Island, in Papua New Guinea.

In our records: Papua New Guinea August extremes

Notable August 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.

  • Based on our data, the coldest August night in Papua New Guinea dropped to 8°C (46°F) in Mount Hagen on August 11, 2015.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New Britain Island in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kokopo 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Kabaira 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Kimbe 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)

New Britain Island weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in August?

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea typically experiences very good weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kokopo average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in August?

Kokopo averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea peaks during August. Kokopo averages roughly 172 mm (6.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea with overall very good weather in Kokopo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, August, September and October provide very good weather in Kokopo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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