Climate Insights for Wapenamanda Airport

, Enga Province, Papua New Guinea

Hottest
December
19°C peak
Coldest
September
10°C low
Wettest
March
617mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Wapenamanda Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 5512mm of precipitation falls per year. Wapenamanda Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wapenamanda Airport sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Feb Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Mar Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° May Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11° Jun Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 10° Jul Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 10° Aug Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 10° Sep Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 10° Oct Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Nov Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 10° Dec Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 11°
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Wapenamanda Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°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: 506mm Feb Precipitation: 419mm Mar Precipitation: 617mm Apr Precipitation: 524mm May Precipitation: 398mm Jun Precipitation: 319mm Jul Precipitation: 339mm Aug Precipitation: 369mm Sep Precipitation: 442mm Oct Precipitation: 609mm Nov Precipitation: 497mm Dec Precipitation: 474mm
Precipitation

Wapenamanda Airport is a very wet location, receiving approximately 5512mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 459mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 617mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 319mm. That's 297mm 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

Wapenamanda 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 January, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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

85 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Wapenamanda Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Wapenamanda 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 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 10°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 85 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1547mm across the season with a monthly average of 516mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 11 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1398mm across the season with a monthly average of 466mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1539mm across the season with a monthly average of 513mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 10 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1027mm across the season with a monthly average of 342mm. 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 Wapenamanda 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
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
506 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
419 mm
0 cm
Mar
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
617 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
524 mm
0 cm
May
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
398 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
10 °C
18 °C
1 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Jul
10 °C
18 °C
1 km/h
339 mm
0 cm
Aug
10 °C
18 °C
1 km/h
369 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
18 °C
1 km/h
442 mm
0 cm
Oct
10 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
609 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
497 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
474 mm
0 cm
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