Daru, Papua New Guinea experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 24 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Daru, Papua New Guinea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Daru, Papua New Guinea. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jun–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.4/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 28°C / 26°C
Feels Like 33°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 24
Rainfall 209 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 82%
Wind Speed 19 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
30°C
January
Avg Low26°C
Rain26days
Coldest Month
25°C
August
Avg High26°C
Rain19days
Driest Month
19days
August
Avg High26°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
25 km/h
September (Gusts 43)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 31°C
Warmest water: December (
31°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:41
Daylight 11.6h
Sunset 18:17
Live conditions—
Daru on the map · live conditions
Daru, Papua New Guinea
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Papua New Guinea
- City
- Daru
- Population
- 15.2K
- Coordinates
- -9.08°, 143.21°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 20 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 22 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 26°C . Feb: 30°C / 26°C . Mar: 29°C / 26°C . Apr: 28°C / 26°C . May: 28°C / 26°C . Jun: 27°C / 25°C . Jul: 27°C / 25°C . Aug: 26°C / 25°C . Sep: 27°C / 25°C . Oct: 28°C / 26°C . Nov: 29°C / 26°C . Dec: 30°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 297 mm. Feb: 267 mm. Mar: 364 mm. Apr: 354 mm. May: 269 mm. Jun: 145 mm. Jul: 114 mm. Aug: 81 mm. Sep: 88 mm. Oct: 108 mm. Nov: 147 mm. Dec: 269 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 82%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 84%. May: 84%. Jun: 83%. Jul: 82%. Aug: 81%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 80%. Dec: 82%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 15 km/h . Feb: 16 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 22 km/h . Jun: 24 km/h . Jul: 24 km/h . Aug: 24 km/h . Sep: 25 km/h . Oct: 21 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 14 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 31°C . Feb: 31°C . Mar: 31°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 28°C . Jun: 27°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 31°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 42 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 30°C | Jan · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 25°C | Aug · 25°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 384 mm | Mar · 364 mm |
| Windiest month | Sep 2025 · 25 km/h | Sep · 25 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 26days (297 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 82% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 30°C | 25days (267 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 83% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 26°C | 35°C / 30°C | 29days (364 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 84% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 27days (354 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 84% Humid | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 26°C | 32°C / 29°C | 26days (269 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 84% Humid | 6.1 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 25°C | 30°C / 28°C | 24days (145 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 25°C | 29°C / 27°C | 23days (114 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 25°C | 29°C / 27°C | 19days (81 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 81% Humid | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 25°C | 30°C / 27°C | 22days (88 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 81% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 26°C | 32°C / 29°C | 19days (108 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 26°C | 34°C / 30°C | 20days (147 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 25days (269 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Daru are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Daru, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Daru is January, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Daru is August, with average overnight lows of 25°C (76°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Daru is March, averaging 364mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Daru runs through March, April, January, May, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Daru.
Daru receives approximately 115 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Daru.
The least favorable months to visit Daru are January, February, March, December, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Daru is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Daru is 82%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Daru are 19 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 25 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 43 km/h / 27 mph).
Daru averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 82%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in Daru is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Daru has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Daru ranges from 29°C (84°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Daru, with a climate score of 6.9/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Daru, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (81°F) and 24 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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