Climate Insights for Cape Vogel Airport

Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
30°C peak
Coldest
August
25°C low
Wettest
April
311mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Cape Vogel Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2459mm of precipitation falls per year. Cape Vogel Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cape Vogel Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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Cape Vogel Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 226mm Feb Precipitation: 243mm Mar Precipitation: 286mm Apr Precipitation: 311mm May Precipitation: 227mm Jun Precipitation: 205mm Jul Precipitation: 162mm Aug Precipitation: 127mm Sep Precipitation: 211mm Oct Precipitation: 146mm Nov Precipitation: 128mm Dec Precipitation: 185mm
Precipitation

Cape Vogel Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2459mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 205mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 311mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 127mm. That's 184mm 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 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 11km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 14km/h Aug Wind Speed: 14km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 8km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Cape Vogel Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/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 Vogel Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Cape Vogel 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 December at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 485mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 655mm across the season with a monthly average of 218mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 824mm across the season with a monthly average of 275mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 495mm across the season with a monthly average of 165mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 Vogel 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
26 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
243 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
286 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
311 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
227 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
205 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
162 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
25 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
146 mm
0 cm
Nov
26 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
185 mm
0 cm
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