Climate Insights for Kar Kar

Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
January
30°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
December
378mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kar Kar is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3247mm of precipitation falls per year. Kar Kar receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kar Kar 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: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Feb Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Mar Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Apr Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° May Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Aug Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Sep Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Dec Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25°
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Kar Kar has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°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 5°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: 316mm Feb Precipitation: 298mm Mar Precipitation: 348mm Apr Precipitation: 365mm May Precipitation: 276mm Jun Precipitation: 181mm Jul Precipitation: 173mm Aug Precipitation: 150mm Sep Precipitation: 177mm Oct Precipitation: 239mm Nov Precipitation: 345mm Dec Precipitation: 378mm
Precipitation

Kar Kar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3247mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 271mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 378mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 150mm. That's 228mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Kar Kar 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 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 Kar Kar, which began on September 23, 2026. Kar Kar 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 30°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 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 761mm across the season with a monthly average of 254mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 992mm across the season with a monthly average of 331mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 990mm across the season with a monthly average of 330mm. 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 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 504mm across the season with a monthly average of 168mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Kar Kar 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
25 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
316 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
298 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
29 °C
6 km/h
348 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
365 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
181 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
173 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
24 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
177 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
239 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
345 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
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