Climate Insights for Kerema

, Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
30°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
April
414mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kerema is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 3746mm of precipitation falls per year. Kerema receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kerema 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: 26° Feb Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jun Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Aug Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 28° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 25° Dec Max: 29° Average: 27° Min: 26°
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Min

Kerema has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°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: 331mm Feb Precipitation: 233mm Mar Precipitation: 356mm Apr Precipitation: 414mm May Precipitation: 331mm Jun Precipitation: 341mm Jul Precipitation: 294mm Aug Precipitation: 334mm Sep Precipitation: 338mm Oct Precipitation: 278mm Nov Precipitation: 250mm Dec Precipitation: 248mm
Precipitation

Kerema is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3746mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 312mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 414mm of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 233mm. That's 181mm less than April, 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: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/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: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Kerema 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 August, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kerema, which began on June 21, 2026. Kerema 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 865mm across the season with a monthly average of 288mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 812mm across the season with a monthly average of 271mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 25 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1100mm across the season with a monthly average of 367mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 969mm across the season with a monthly average of 323mm. 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 Kerema 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
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
331 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
233 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
356 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
414 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
331 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
25 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
341 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
294 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
334 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
338 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
278 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
250 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
248 mm
0 cm
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