Climate Insights for Papondetta Airport

, Northern Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
25°C peak
Coldest
August
17°C low
Wettest
February
1026mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Papondetta Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 6388mm of precipitation falls per year. Papondetta Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Papondetta Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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Papondetta Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 21°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm 700mm 750mm 800mm 850mm 900mm 950mm 1000mm 1050mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 838mm Feb Precipitation: 1026mm Mar Precipitation: 882mm Apr Precipitation: 592mm May Precipitation: 334mm Jun Precipitation: 210mm Jul Precipitation: 170mm Aug Precipitation: 228mm Sep Precipitation: 290mm Oct Precipitation: 406mm Nov Precipitation: 460mm Dec Precipitation: 951mm
Precipitation

Papondetta Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 6388mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 532mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 1026mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 170mm. That's 856mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

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: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 7km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

Papondetta Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5km/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 Papondetta Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Papondetta 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 February at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 17°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1156mm across the season with a monthly average of 385mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 2816mm across the season with a monthly average of 939mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1808mm across the season with a monthly average of 603mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 608mm across the season with a monthly average of 203mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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 Papondetta 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
18 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
838 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
1026 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
882 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
592 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
334 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
210 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
170 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
228 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
290 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
23 °C
7 km/h
406 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
460 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
24 °C
5 km/h
951 mm
0 cm
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