Climate Insights for Atkamba Airport

Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
January
32°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
April
441mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Atkamba Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4117mm of precipitation falls per year. Atkamba Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atkamba Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Dec Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 25°
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Atkamba Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 338mm Feb Precipitation: 287mm Mar Precipitation: 422mm Apr Precipitation: 441mm May Precipitation: 412mm Jun Precipitation: 276mm Jul Precipitation: 251mm Aug Precipitation: 245mm Sep Precipitation: 354mm Oct Precipitation: 353mm Nov Precipitation: 373mm Dec Precipitation: 364mm
Precipitation

Atkamba Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4117mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 343mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 441mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 245mm. That's 197mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 5km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Atkamba Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Atkamba Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Atkamba Airport sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1081mm across the season with a monthly average of 360mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 989mm across the season with a monthly average of 330mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1276mm across the season with a monthly average of 425mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 772mm across the season with a monthly average of 257mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Atkamba Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
287 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
422 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
31 °C
4 km/h
441 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
412 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
251 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
245 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
354 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
353 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
32 °C
4 km/h
373 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
32 °C
5 km/h
364 mm
0 cm
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