Climate Insights for Kungim Airstrip

, Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
32°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
May
478mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kungim Airstrip is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4554mm of precipitation falls per year. Kungim Airstrip receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kungim Airstrip sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Feb Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° Jun Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Aug Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Oct Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Nov Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24° Dec Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 24°
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Kungim Airstrip has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 347mm Feb Precipitation: 297mm Mar Precipitation: 369mm Apr Precipitation: 469mm May Precipitation: 478mm Jun Precipitation: 371mm Jul Precipitation: 361mm Aug Precipitation: 313mm Sep Precipitation: 387mm Oct Precipitation: 392mm Nov Precipitation: 426mm Dec Precipitation: 343mm
Precipitation

Kungim Airstrip is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4554mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 379mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 478mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 297mm. That's 181mm less than May, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Kungim Airstrip is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/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 Kungim Airstrip, which began on March 20, 2026. Kungim Airstrip 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 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1205mm across the season with a monthly average of 402mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 987mm across the season with a monthly average of 329mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1316mm across the season with a monthly average of 439mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1046mm across the season with a monthly average of 349mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 Kungim Airstrip 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
24 °C
32 °C
8 km/h
347 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
32 °C
8 km/h
297 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
31 °C
7 km/h
469 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
478 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
361 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
313 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
387 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
392 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
426 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
32 °C
7 km/h
343 mm
0 cm
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