Papua New Guinea Population (2026)
Population of Papua New Guinea with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea ranks #2 by population among 12 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Papua New Guinea
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Oceania |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 9°26′37.7″S 147°10′49.1″E (-9.4438, 147.1803) |
| Capital | Port Moresby |
| Population | 10.300.000 |
| Area | 178.703 sq mi |
| ISO code | PG |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PNG |
| Currency | Papua New Guinean kina (PGK) |
| Languages | English, Tok Pisin |
| Calling code | +675 |
| Time zone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Local time | 12:44 AM (UTC+10:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Papua New Guinea is a country in Oceania. Papua New Guinea is a country in Oceania with its capital at Port Moresby. It has a population of about 10.3 million. The capital is Port Moresby.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Papua New Guinea with overcast. It feels like 93°F. Today runs from 76°F to 84°F. Chance of precipitation is 21%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Papua New Guinea is June, July, August and September. The climate is tropical. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 74°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 84°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Papua New Guinea today at 8.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 9°26′37.7″S 147°10′49.1″E (-9.4438, 147.1803)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -9.4438, 147.1803. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Papua New Guinea right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with overcast. Humidity is 66% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Papua New Guinea?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Papua New Guinea, which has a tropical climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Papua New Guinea in?
Papua New Guinea observes Pacific/Port_Moresby (UTC+10:00). The local time is 12:44 AM.
How many people live in Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea has a population of approximately 10.3 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 12:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
