Climate Insights for Kandep Airport

Enga Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
19°C peak
Coldest
August
9°C low
Wettest
March
379mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kandep Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 3610mm of precipitation falls per year. Kandep Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kandep Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Feb Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Mar Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° May Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Jun Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9° Jul Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 9° Aug Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9° Sep Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 9° Oct Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Nov Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Dec Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10°
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Kandep Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 307mm Feb Precipitation: 309mm Mar Precipitation: 379mm Apr Precipitation: 338mm May Precipitation: 296mm Jun Precipitation: 187mm Jul Precipitation: 236mm Aug Precipitation: 247mm Sep Precipitation: 309mm Oct Precipitation: 357mm Nov Precipitation: 322mm Dec Precipitation: 325mm
Precipitation

Kandep Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3610mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 301mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 379mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 187mm. That's 192mm less than March, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Kandep Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h 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 Kandep Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Kandep 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 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 988mm across the season with a monthly average of 329mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 10 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 940mm across the season with a monthly average of 313mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1013mm across the season with a monthly average of 338mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 669mm across the season with a monthly average of 223mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Kandep 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
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
307 mm
0 cm
Feb
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
309 mm
0 cm
Mar
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
May
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
296 mm
0 cm
Jun
9 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Jul
9 °C
18 °C
4 km/h
236 mm
0 cm
Aug
9 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
9 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
309 mm
0 cm
Oct
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
357 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Dec
10 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
325 mm
0 cm
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