New Britain Island Weather in February

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

Planning a journey to New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in New Britain Island in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Kokopo. 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.

For specific regional insights in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kokopo with an average of 303 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Kimbe with 441 mm (17 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kokopo receives about 157 hours of sunlight in February, 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.

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 February

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 February for some of the most popular destinations in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea?

Temperature range in New Britain Island (February)

Precipitation variation in New Britain Island (February)

Kokopo

In February Kokopo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
157 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
303 mm (12 in)
319 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kabaira

In February Kabaira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
157 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
337 mm (13 in)
344 mm (14 in)
371 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kimbe

In February 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 poor that month.

January
February
March
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 rainfall
429 mm (17 in)
441 mm (17 in)
449 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 303 mm (12 in)
Kabaira 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 344 mm (14 in)
Kimbe 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 441 mm (17 in)

New Britain Island weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

February in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea brings poor weather. In Kokopo, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

Kokopo averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Rainfall in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea peaks during February. Kokopo averages roughly 303 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea due to the typically poor weather in Kokopo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, August, September and October offering mostly pleasant weather in Kokopo. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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