Climate Insights for Cape Orford

East New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
July
531mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Cape Orford is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 4767mm of precipitation falls per year. Cape Orford receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cape Orford sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25° Apr Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° May Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Jul Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Aug Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Dec Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25°
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Cape Orford has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 333mm Feb Precipitation: 379mm Mar Precipitation: 450mm Apr Precipitation: 427mm May Precipitation: 419mm Jun Precipitation: 370mm Jul Precipitation: 531mm Aug Precipitation: 508mm Sep Precipitation: 376mm Oct Precipitation: 307mm Nov Precipitation: 276mm Dec Precipitation: 389mm
Precipitation

Cape Orford is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4767mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 397mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 531mm of rainfall. August and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 276mm. That's 255mm less than July, 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: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Cape Orford is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Cape Orford, which began on September 23, 2026. Cape Orford sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 28°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 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 960mm across the season with a monthly average of 320mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1102mm across the season with a monthly average of 367mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1295mm across the season with a monthly average of 432mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1409mm across the season with a monthly average of 470mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 Cape Orford 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
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
333 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
450 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
427 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
419 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
370 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
531 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
508 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
376 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
307 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
389 mm
0 cm
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