Climate Insights for Tapini Airport

, Central Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
26°C peak
Coldest
July
18°C low
Wettest
October
497mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Tapini Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 4888mm of precipitation falls per year. Tapini Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tapini 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: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Feb Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Mar Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Apr Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° May Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Jun Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Jul Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Aug Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 18° Sep Max: 24° Average: 21° Min: 19° Oct Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 19° Nov Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19° Dec Max: 26° Average: 22° Min: 19°
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Tapini Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°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: 465mm Feb Precipitation: 290mm Mar Precipitation: 486mm Apr Precipitation: 456mm May Precipitation: 428mm Jun Precipitation: 340mm Jul Precipitation: 321mm Aug Precipitation: 383mm Sep Precipitation: 438mm Oct Precipitation: 497mm Nov Precipitation: 411mm Dec Precipitation: 375mm
Precipitation

Tapini Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4888mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 407mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 497mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 290mm. That's 206mm less than October, 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

Tapini 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 February, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h 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 Tapini Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Tapini 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 18°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1346mm across the season with a monthly average of 449mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1129mm across the season with a monthly average of 376mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1370mm across the season with a monthly average of 457mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1043mm across the season with a monthly average of 348mm. 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 Tapini 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
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
465 mm
0 cm
Feb
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
290 mm
0 cm
Mar
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
486 mm
0 cm
Apr
19 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
456 mm
0 cm
May
19 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
428 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
19 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
340 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
321 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
383 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
24 °C
1 km/h
438 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
25 °C
1 km/h
497 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
411 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
26 °C
1 km/h
375 mm
0 cm
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