Climate Insights for Kanua

, Bougainville, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
August
26°C low
Wettest
April
356mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kanua is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3256mm of precipitation falls per year. Kanua receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kanua sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Mar Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Nov Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Dec Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27°
Max
Average
Min

Kanua has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 245mm Feb Precipitation: 314mm Mar Precipitation: 327mm Apr Precipitation: 356mm May Precipitation: 303mm Jun Precipitation: 226mm Jul Precipitation: 252mm Aug Precipitation: 308mm Sep Precipitation: 222mm Oct Precipitation: 203mm Nov Precipitation: 221mm Dec Precipitation: 278mm
Precipitation

Kanua is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3256mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 271mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 356mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 203mm. That's 153mm 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 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 20km/h Feb Wind Speed: 22km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 20km/h Jul Wind Speed: 22km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 22km/h Oct Wind Speed: 19km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Kanua is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 19km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Kanua, which began on March 20, 2026. Kanua 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 26°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 646mm across the season with a monthly average of 215mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 837mm across the season with a monthly average of 279mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 986mm across the season with a monthly average of 329mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 786mm across the season with a monthly average of 262mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/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 Kanua 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
27 °C
29 °C
20 km/h
245 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
29 °C
22 km/h
314 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
27 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
356 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
303 mm
0 cm
Jun
27 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
226 mm
0 cm
Jul
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
252 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
21 km/h
308 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
22 km/h
222 mm
0 cm
Oct
27 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
203 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
221 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
29 °C
19 km/h
278 mm
0 cm
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