Papua Region Weather in October

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

Thinking about venturing to Papua Region, Papua New Guinea this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Papua Region in October

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Tufi at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Port Moresby at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby and 25°C (77°F) in Tufi. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Alotau with 228 mm (9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Port Moresby enjoys about 233 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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 October

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

Temperature range in Papua Region (October)

Precipitation variation in Papua Region (October)

Port Moresby

In October Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
233 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Alotau

In October Alotau generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
228 mm (9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tufi

In October Tufi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Alotau 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Tufi 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)

Papua Region weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea brings tolerable weather. In Port Moresby, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

In Port Moresby, the average daytime high in October is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Not particularly. Port Moresby averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Papua Region, Papua New Guinea.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Port Moresby, October might be a good time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea.

On average, the best time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Port Moresby. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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