Climate Insights for Aropa Airport

, Bougainville, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
29°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
March
425mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Aropa Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 4112mm of precipitation falls per year. Aropa Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Aropa Airport 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: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Feb Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Mar Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° Apr Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° May Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° Jun Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Jul Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 23° Aug Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 23° Sep Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Nov Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Dec Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 24°
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Aropa Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 371mm Feb Precipitation: 317mm Mar Precipitation: 425mm Apr Precipitation: 378mm May Precipitation: 285mm Jun Precipitation: 252mm Jul Precipitation: 339mm Aug Precipitation: 384mm Sep Precipitation: 313mm Oct Precipitation: 300mm Nov Precipitation: 371mm Dec Precipitation: 378mm
Precipitation

Aropa Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4112mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 343mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 425mm of rainfall. August and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 252mm. That's 173mm 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Aropa Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

93 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Aropa Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Aropa 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 23 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 984mm across the season with a monthly average of 328mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1066mm across the season with a monthly average of 355mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1088mm across the season with a monthly average of 363mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 975mm across the season with a monthly average of 325mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Aropa 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
24 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
Feb
24 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
317 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
425 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
285 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
252 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
339 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
384 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
313 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
300 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
378 mm
0 cm
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