Climate Insights for Kaiapit Airport

, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
26°C peak
Coldest
July
17°C low
Wettest
March
656mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kaiapit Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 5270mm of precipitation falls per year. Kaiapit Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kaiapit 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: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Feb Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Mar Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Apr Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jun Max: 23° Average: 20° Min: 17° Jul Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 17° Aug Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 17° Sep Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Oct Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 17° Nov Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 17° Dec Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Kaiapit Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July 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 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm 700mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 532mm Feb Precipitation: 376mm Mar Precipitation: 656mm Apr Precipitation: 546mm May Precipitation: 345mm Jun Precipitation: 315mm Jul Precipitation: 305mm Aug Precipitation: 305mm Sep Precipitation: 409mm Oct Precipitation: 469mm Nov Precipitation: 439mm Dec Precipitation: 573mm
Precipitation

Kaiapit Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5270mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 439mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 656mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 305mm. That's 352mm 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: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Kaiapit Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

90 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kaiapit Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Kaiapit 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 17°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 90 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 17 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1317mm across the season with a monthly average of 439mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1481mm across the season with a monthly average of 494mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1548mm across the season with a monthly average of 516mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 925mm across the season with a monthly average of 308mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 Kaiapit 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
26 °C
1 km/h
532 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
376 mm
0 cm
Mar
18 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
656 mm
0 cm
Apr
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
546 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
345 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
17 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
315 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
305 mm
0 cm
Aug
17 °C
23 °C
1 km/h
305 mm
0 cm
Sep
17 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
409 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
469 mm
0 cm
Nov
17 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
439 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
573 mm
0 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)

Confirm