Climate Insights for Vanimo

West Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
November
30°C peak
Coldest
July
25°C low
Wettest
December
383mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Vanimo is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 3657mm of precipitation falls per year. Vanimo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vanimo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Mar Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Apr Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° May Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jun Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jul Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Aug Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Sep Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Oct Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Nov Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25°
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Vanimo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 27°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: 330mm Feb Precipitation: 335mm Mar Precipitation: 375mm Apr Precipitation: 363mm May Precipitation: 276mm Jun Precipitation: 252mm Jul Precipitation: 284mm Aug Precipitation: 233mm Sep Precipitation: 229mm Oct Precipitation: 268mm Nov Precipitation: 329mm Dec Precipitation: 383mm
Precipitation

Vanimo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3657mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 305mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 383mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 229mm. That's 154mm less than December, 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: 7km/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: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Vanimo 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 February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

2 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Vanimo, which began on June 21, 2026. Vanimo 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 25°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (2 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 826mm across the season with a monthly average of 275mm. 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 1047mm across the season with a monthly average of 349mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1014mm across the season with a monthly average of 338mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 769mm across the season with a monthly average of 256mm. 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 Vanimo 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
330 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
335 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
375 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
363 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
276 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
252 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
284 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
233 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
25 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
229 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
268 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
329 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
30 °C
6 km/h
383 mm
0 cm
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