Papua New Guinea Weather Forecast
Papua New Guinea weather: 79°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Papua New Guinea
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 69° | 61% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 72° | 2% | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 73° | 0% | 20 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 71° | 73% · 0,4 in | 16 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 83° / 75° | 80% · 0,0 in | 22 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 82° / 76° | 96% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 76° | 84% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 75° | 78% · 0,2 in | 19 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 84° / 74° | 62% · 0,3 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 73° | 52% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 79° / 73° | 53% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 82° / 73° | 60% | 16 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 82° / 74° | 55% | 17 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 84° / 74° | 45% | 21 mph | 8 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 82°F against a August normal of 84°F - right on average.
The next 7 days carry about 2.4 times a normal week's rain for August (0,6 in against 0,3 in).
What this means for Papua New Guinea
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 4.7°F below the 84°F typical for this month.
A 61% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 35 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 35°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 35 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 79°F (26°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 61% and wind is 7 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 7:44 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 7:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
