Climate Insights for Manetai Airport

, Bougainville, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
February
28°C peak
Coldest
August
22°C low
Wettest
March
416mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Manetai Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 3624mm of precipitation falls per year. Manetai Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Manetai 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: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Feb Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23° Mar Max: 27° Average: 25° Min: 23° Apr Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 23° May Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 23° Jun Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Jul Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 26° Average: 24° Min: 22° Sep Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Oct Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 22° Nov Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 23° Dec Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Manetai Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°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 450mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 393mm Feb Precipitation: 348mm Mar Precipitation: 416mm Apr Precipitation: 379mm May Precipitation: 183mm Jun Precipitation: 204mm Jul Precipitation: 228mm Aug Precipitation: 285mm Sep Precipitation: 225mm Oct Precipitation: 236mm Nov Precipitation: 358mm Dec Precipitation: 369mm
Precipitation

Manetai Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3624mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 302mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 416mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 183mm. That's 233mm 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

Manetai 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 September, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

85 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Manetai Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Manetai 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 22°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 819mm across the season with a monthly average of 273mm. 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 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1110mm across the season with a monthly average of 370mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 23 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 978mm across the season with a monthly average of 326mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 717mm across the season with a monthly average of 239mm. 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 Manetai 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
23 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
393 mm
0 cm
Feb
23 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
348 mm
0 cm
Mar
23 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
416 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
379 mm
0 cm
May
23 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
183 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
22 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
228 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
285 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
225 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
236 mm
0 cm
Nov
23 °C
27 °C
1 km/h
358 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
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