Climate Insights for Simberi Island

, New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
29°C peak
Coldest
July
26°C low
Wettest
July
482mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Simberi Island is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3912mm of precipitation falls per year. Simberi Island receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Simberi Island 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: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Feb Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Mar Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 28° Min: 27° Jun Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Jul Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Aug Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Sep Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Oct Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Nov Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27° Dec Max: 29° Average: 28° Min: 27°
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Simberi Island has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 319mm Feb Precipitation: 284mm Mar Precipitation: 386mm Apr Precipitation: 357mm May Precipitation: 319mm Jun Precipitation: 321mm Jul Precipitation: 482mm Aug Precipitation: 292mm Sep Precipitation: 247mm Oct Precipitation: 282mm Nov Precipitation: 322mm Dec Precipitation: 302mm
Precipitation

Simberi Island is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3912mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 326mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 482mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 247mm. That's 235mm less than July, 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: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Simberi Island is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/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 Simberi Island, which began on June 21, 2026. Simberi Island 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 26°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 850mm across the season with a monthly average of 283mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 27 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 905mm across the season with a monthly average of 302mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 27 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1062mm across the season with a monthly average of 354mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1095mm across the season with a monthly average of 365mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Simberi Island 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
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Feb
27 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
284 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
386 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
357 mm
0 cm
May
27 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
27 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
321 mm
0 cm
Jul
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
482 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
292 mm
0 cm
Sep
27 °C
28 °C
5 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Oct
26 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
282 mm
0 cm
Nov
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
322 mm
0 cm
Dec
27 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
302 mm
0 cm
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