January Rainfall and Precipitation in Papua Region

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea in January.

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, a region in Papua New Guinea, experiences precipitation in January ranging from heavy in Port Moresby (241 mm (9.5 in)) to heavy in Tufi (359 mm (14 in)).

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Papua Region precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Papua Region, Papua New Guinea receive in January?

In Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, January is a prominent month within the rainy season. It might not be the ideal month to visit. Port Moresby is characterized by its unpredictable weather, often receiving about 241 mm (9.5 in) of rain, which leads to frequent and sudden showers.

How many days does it rain in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea in January?

Rainfall in Port Moresby typically falls on roughly 19 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea?

Yes, the rainy season in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea includes January. Plan for periodic rainfall during your visit.

What is the wettest city in January in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea?

Based on our records, Tufi receives the most rainfall in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea in January, averaging about 359 mm (14 in).

What is the driest city in January in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea?

In our records, Port Moresby stands out as the driest city in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea for January, averaging just 241 mm (9.5 in).

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