Papua Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Papua, Indonesia in April.

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Jayapura Biak Merauke

Are you planning a trip a to Papua, Indonesia in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Papua in April

Papua, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. April in Papua 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 Jayapura. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across Papua, Indonesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Merauke with an average of 227 mm (8.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Jayapura with 272 mm (11 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Papua in April

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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 Papua

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Papua, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Papua (April)

Precipitation variation in Papua (April)

Jayapura

In April Jayapura 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.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
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 rainfall
277 mm (11 in)
272 mm (11 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jayapura →

Biak

In April Biak generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
84 hours
102 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
260 mm (10 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Biak →

Merauke

In April Merauke 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.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
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 rainfall
307 mm (12 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Merauke →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Papua, in Indonesia.

In our records: Indonesia April extremes

Notable April records observed across cities in Indonesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest April day in Indonesia reached 40°C (104°F) in Pulau Merah on April 1, 2014.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Papua in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jayapura 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 272 mm (11 in)
Biak 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 260 mm (10 in)
Merauke 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)

Papua weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Papua, Indonesia in April?

Papua, Indonesia typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jayapura average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Papua, Indonesia in April?

Daytime temperatures in Jayapura peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in April, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Papua, Indonesia get a lot of rain in April?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Jayapura records an average of 272 mm (11 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for Papua, Indonesia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Papua, Indonesia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Papua, Indonesia with often poor weather in Jayapura.

On average, the best time to visit Papua, Indonesia is in with generally poor weather in Jayapura.

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