Weather in December in West Papua
Planning a getaway to West Papua this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in West Papua in December?
West Papua is a region in Indonesia. December in West Papua generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Sorong. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of West Papua in December, check out the map below. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.For a closer look at conditions across West Papua, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
December is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 289 mm in Sorong.For a more detailed look at West Papua's conditions throughout the year, check out our West Papua climate page.
Where to go in West Papua in December
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Indonesia, check out our West Papua's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in West Papua?
Sorong
In December Sorong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit West Papua?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit West Papua due to the typically poor weather in Sorong.
On average, the best time to visit West Papua is in August with generally unpleasant weather in Sorong.
Interested in more climate information?
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