Papua Region Weather in August

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

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

What to Expect in Papua Region in August

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. August in Papua Region generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Port Moresby. 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 Region, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Alotau with 195 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Port Moresby sees around 225 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Papua Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Papua Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Moresby)

Best Places to Visit in Papua Region in August

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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 Papua Region

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

Temperature range in Papua Region (August)

Precipitation variation in Papua Region (August)

Port Moresby

In August Port Moresby generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
225 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Alotau

In August Alotau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tufi

In August Tufi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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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 Papua Region in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 29°C (84°F) 23°C (73°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Alotau 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Tufi 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Papua Region weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Papua Region, Papua New Guinea generally has perfect weather conditions. Port Moresby sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

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

Average temperatures in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Port Moresby.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea during August, with Port Moresby averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

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

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to Papua Region, Papua New Guinea. Typically, the climate in Port Moresby is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Port Moresby. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and December tend to be poor.

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