Climate Insights for Sangapi Airport

, Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
November
26°C peak
Coldest
August
17°C low
Wettest
March
587mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Sangapi Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 5802mm of precipitation falls per year. Sangapi Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sangapi Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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Sangapi Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 586mm Feb Precipitation: 518mm Mar Precipitation: 587mm Apr Precipitation: 557mm May Precipitation: 390mm Jun Precipitation: 322mm Jul Precipitation: 341mm Aug Precipitation: 383mm Sep Precipitation: 459mm Oct Precipitation: 558mm Nov Precipitation: 533mm Dec Precipitation: 568mm
Precipitation

Sangapi Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5802mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 483mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 587mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 322mm. That's 265mm less than March, 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: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/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: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Sangapi Airport 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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 1km/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 Sangapi Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Sangapi 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 November at around 26°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 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1550mm across the season with a monthly average of 517mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 1672mm across the season with a monthly average of 557mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1534mm across the season with a monthly average of 511mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 17 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1046mm across the season with a monthly average of 349mm. 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 Sangapi 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
586 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
518 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
18 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
587 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
557 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
341 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
383 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
459 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
558 mm
0 cm
Nov
18 °C
26 °C
5 km/h
533 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
568 mm
0 cm
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