Weather in August in West Papua
Considering a trip to West Papua this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in West Papua in August?
West Papua is a region in Indonesia. August in West Papua generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 24°C in Sorong. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of West Papua in August, check out the map below. 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 West Papua, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
August is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 192 mm in Sorong. Going by our weather data, this month in Sorong usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our West Papua climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in West Papua?
Sorong
In August Sorong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit West Papua?
In our view, August is one of the best times to travel to West Papua, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Sorong.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Sorong.
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