New Britain Island Weather in January

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

Planning a getaway to New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea this January 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 January

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. January 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kokopo with an average of 300 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Kimbe with 429 mm (17 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Kokopo typically receives 195 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 January

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

Temperature range in New Britain Island (January)

Precipitation variation in New Britain Island (January)

Kokopo

In January 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.

December
January
February
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
167 hours
195 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
301 mm (12 in)
300 mm (12 in)
303 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Kabaira

In January 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.

December
January
February
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
167 hours
195 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
339 mm (13 in)
337 mm (13 in)
344 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Kimbe

In January 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
369 mm (15 in)
429 mm (17 in)
441 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
20 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 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 New Britain Island in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 300 mm (12 in)
Kabaira 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 337 mm (13 in)
Kimbe 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 429 mm (17 in)

New Britain Island weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in January. The popular destination of Kokopo averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Kokopo peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in January, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, with Kokopo averaging around 300 mm (12 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

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

Generally speaking, June, August, September and October provide pleasant weather in Kokopo. The weather in January, February, March, April and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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