Climate Insights for Wipim Airport

, Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
32°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
March
385mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Wipim Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2488mm of precipitation falls per year. Wipim Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wipim Airport 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: 25° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Apr Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Wipim Airport 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 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 322mm Feb Precipitation: 319mm Mar Precipitation: 385mm Apr Precipitation: 320mm May Precipitation: 239mm Jun Precipitation: 109mm Jul Precipitation: 88mm Aug Precipitation: 72mm Sep Precipitation: 80mm Oct Precipitation: 113mm Nov Precipitation: 139mm Dec Precipitation: 300mm
Precipitation

Wipim Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2488mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 207mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 385mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 72mm. That's 313mm less than March, 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 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 16km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 19km/h Aug Wind Speed: 19km/h Sep Wind Speed: 20km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 13km/h Dec Wind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed

Wipim Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Wipim Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Wipim 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 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 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 333mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 941mm across the season with a monthly average of 314mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 944mm across the season with a monthly average of 315mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 270mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/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 Wipim 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
25 °C
32 °C
13 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
31 °C
14 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
24 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
385 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
30 °C
11 km/h
320 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
29 °C
16 km/h
239 mm
0 cm
Jun
24 °C
28 °C
18 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
88 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
28 °C
19 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
28 °C
20 km/h
80 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
30 °C
16 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
31 °C
13 km/h
139 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
32 °C
11 km/h
300 mm
0 cm
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