Climate Insights for Kavieng
Kavieng District, New Ireland, Papua New Guinea
Climate Overview
The climate in Kavieng is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3,604 mm of precipitation falls per year. Kavieng receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kavieng sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Kavieng is hot. The average annual temperature is 82°F and approximately 141.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Kavieng receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kavieng sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Kavieng has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July 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.Kavieng has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°F range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Kavieng is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,604 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 300 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 435 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 234 mm. That's 200 mm 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.Kavieng is a very wet location, receiving approximately 141.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 11.8 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 17.1 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 9.2 in. That's 7.9 in 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
Kavieng is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 12km/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.Kavieng is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kavieng 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kavieng based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.