Kimbe, Papua New Guinea experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 26 rainy days per month. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Kimbe, Papua New Guinea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kimbe, 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
2.3/10
Best: February, July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 35°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 378 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 88%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
30°C
October
Avg Low24°C
Rain25days
Coldest Month
24°C
March
Avg High29°C
Rain30days
Driest Month
22days
June
Avg High29°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
February (Gusts 33)
Sea Temperature
30°C – 31°C
Warmest water: November (
30.8°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, September, October, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:07
Daylight 11.8h
Sunset 17:55
Live conditions—
Kimbe on the map · live conditions
Kimbe, Papua New Guinea
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Papua New Guinea
- City
- Kimbe
- Population
- 18.8K
- Coordinates
- -5.55°, 150.14°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 24 days/mo
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 29 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 29 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 22 days/mo
2/3 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: 29°C / 24°C . Feb: 29°C / 24°C . Mar: 29°C / 24°C . Apr: 29°C / 24°C . May: 29°C / 25°C . Jun: 29°C / 25°C . Jul: 29°C / 24°C . Aug: 29°C / 24°C . Sep: 29°C / 24°C . Oct: 30°C / 24°C . Nov: 30°C / 24°C . Dec: 29°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 456 mm. Feb: 487 mm. Mar: 521 mm. Apr: 466 mm. May: 364 mm. Jun: 272 mm. Jul: 269 mm. Aug: 253 mm. Sep: 301 mm. Oct: 338 mm. Nov: 327 mm. Dec: 486 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 89%. Feb: 90%. Mar: 90%. Apr: 90%. May: 88%. Jun: 86%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 85%. Oct: 86%. Nov: 87%. Dec: 90%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 9 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 7h. May: 8h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 8h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 31°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 31°C . Apr: 31°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 31°C . Nov: 31°C . Dec: 31°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. 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 drier by about 24 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Oct 2025 · 30°C | Oct · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Apr 2025 · 24°C | Mar · 24°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 680 mm | Mar · 521 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 13 km/h | Feb · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February best
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 29days (456 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February best | 29°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 27days (487 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 30days (521 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 29days (466 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 27days (364 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 22days (272 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 22days (269 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 22days (253 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 85% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 29°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 22days (301 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 85% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 25days (338 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 26days (327 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 30days (486 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kimbe are February, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kimbe, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kimbe is October, 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 Kimbe is March, with average overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kimbe is March, averaging 521mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kimbe runs through March, December, January, April, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Kimbe.
Kimbe receives approximately 97 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 9 hours. Based on climate data for Kimbe.
The least favorable months to visit Kimbe are January, September, October, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Kimbe is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kimbe is 88%, 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 30°C (86°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Kimbe are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 21 mph).
Kimbe averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 84%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Kimbe is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kimbe 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 Kimbe ranges from 29°C (84°F) to 35°C (95°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 Kimbe, with a climate score of 2.1/10. Consider visiting during February, July, August instead for better conditions.
For June in Kimbe, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 22 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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