Climate Insights for Kapal Airport

, Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
31°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
March
388mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kapal Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2528mm of precipitation falls per year. Kapal Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kapal 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: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Mar Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25° Apr Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 24° May Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jun Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jul Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 25°
Max
Average
Min

Kapal Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°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 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: 343mm Feb Precipitation: 311mm Mar Precipitation: 388mm Apr Precipitation: 307mm May Precipitation: 247mm Jun Precipitation: 109mm Jul Precipitation: 84mm Aug Precipitation: 81mm Sep Precipitation: 87mm Oct Precipitation: 126mm Nov Precipitation: 148mm Dec Precipitation: 297mm
Precipitation

Kapal Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2528mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 211mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 388mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 81mm. That's 307mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Kapal Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

89 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kapal Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Kapal 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 23°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 361mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 951mm across the season with a monthly average of 317mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 942mm across the season with a monthly average of 314mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 274mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 27°
May 26°
Jun 26°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 27°
Dec 27°

The best time to visit Kapal Airport is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kapal 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
31 °C
2 km/h
343 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
311 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
388 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
307 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
29 °C
3 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
24 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
126 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
148 mm
0 cm
Dec
25 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
297 mm
0 cm
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