Papua Region Weather in January

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

Planning a getaway to Papua Region, 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 Papua Region in January

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. January in Papua Region generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby. 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 Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 241 mm (9.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Tufi with 359 mm (14 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Port Moresby gets around 185 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 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 January

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

Temperature range in Papua Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Papua Region (January)

Port Moresby

In January Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
185 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
195 mm (7.7 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Alotau

In January Alotau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
252 mm (9.9 in)
314 mm (12 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Tufi

In January Tufi 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.

December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
283 mm (11 in)
359 mm (14 in)
359 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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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 Papua Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 241 mm (9.5 in)
Alotau 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 314 mm (12 in)
Tufi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 359 mm (14 in)

Papua Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Port Moresby average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Port Moresby peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in January, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Port Moresby records an average of 241 mm (9.5 in) in January, putting it among the wetter months for Papua Region, Papua New Guinea.

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

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea due to the typically poor weather in Port Moresby.

On average, the best time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Port Moresby. The weather in January, February, March, April and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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