Climate Insights for Kungim Airstrip

, Western Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
January
31°C peak
Coldest
August
23°C low
Wettest
September
617mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Kungim Airstrip is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 5810mm of precipitation falls per year. Kungim Airstrip receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kungim Airstrip 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: 23° Feb Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Mar Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 24° Apr Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° May Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Aug Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 23° Oct Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24°
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Kungim Airstrip has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is January, 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 7°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm 600mm 650mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 376mm Feb Precipitation: 314mm Mar Precipitation: 424mm Apr Precipitation: 615mm May Precipitation: 589mm Jun Precipitation: 562mm Jul Precipitation: 493mm Aug Precipitation: 426mm Sep Precipitation: 617mm Oct Precipitation: 567mm Nov Precipitation: 457mm Dec Precipitation: 371mm
Precipitation

Kungim Airstrip is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5810mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 484mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 617mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 314mm. That's 303mm less than September, 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: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Kungim Airstrip 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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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

89 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Kungim Airstrip, which began on June 21, 2026. Kungim Airstrip sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January 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 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1641mm across the season with a monthly average of 547mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 23 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1060mm across the season with a monthly average of 353mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1628mm across the season with a monthly average of 543mm. 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 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1481mm across the season with a monthly average of 494mm. 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 Kungim Airstrip 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
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
376 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
314 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
424 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
615 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
589 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
562 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
493 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
426 mm
0 cm
Sep
23 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
617 mm
0 cm
Oct
23 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
567 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
457 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
371 mm
0 cm
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