Lae, Papua New Guinea experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 22°C (72°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 warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Lae, Papua New Guinea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Lae, Papua New Guinea. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.9/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 22°C
Feels Like 33°C / 26°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 627 mm
Sunshine 7 h
Humidity 89%
Wind Speed 9 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low23°C
Rain23days
Coldest Month
21°C
August
Avg High26°C
Rain26days
Driest Month
23days
February
Avg High29°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
9 km/h
February (Gusts 24)
Sea Temperature
29°C – 31°C
Warmest water: January (
30.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:22
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:06
Live conditions—
Lae on the map · live conditions
Lae, Papua New Guinea
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Papua New Guinea
- City
- Lae
- Population
- 76.3K
- Coordinates
- -6.72°, 147.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 24 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 25 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: 28°C / 23°C . Feb: 29°C / 23°C . Mar: 28°C / 23°C . Apr: 27°C / 22°C . May: 27°C / 22°C . Jun: 26°C / 22°C . Jul: 26°C / 21°C . Aug: 26°C / 21°C . Sep: 26°C / 21°C . Oct: 27°C / 22°C . Nov: 28°C / 22°C . Dec: 28°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 572 mm. Feb: 439 mm. Mar: 665 mm. Apr: 929 mm. May: 687 mm. Jun: 576 mm. Jul: 563 mm. Aug: 548 mm. Sep: 590 mm. Oct: 555 mm. Nov: 577 mm. Dec: 817 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 89%. Feb: 88%. Mar: 90%. Apr: 91%. May: 91%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 89%. Aug: 89%. Sep: 89%. Oct: 88%. Nov: 88%. Dec: 90%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 9 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 8 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 8 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 7h. Apr: 6h. May: 7h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 7h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 31°C . Feb: 31°C . Mar: 31°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 29°C . Jul: 29°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 31°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 322 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 29°C | Feb · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Aug · 21°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 806 mm | Apr · 929 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 10 km/h | Feb · 9 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 best
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 27days (572 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 23days (439 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 27days (665 mm) Wet | 7h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 22°C | 33°C / 27°C | 27days (929 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 27days (687 mm) Wet | 6.9h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 22°C | 31°C / 25°C | 25days (576 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 21°C | 31°C / 25°C | 24days (563 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 21°C | 31°C / 25°C | 26days (548 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 21°C | 31°C / 25°C | 25days (590 mm) Wet | 7.2h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 24days (555 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 24days (577 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 27days (817 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Lae are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Lae, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Lae is February, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Lae is August, with average overnight lows of 21°C (70°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Lae is April, averaging 929mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Lae runs through January, March, April, May, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Lae.
Lae receives approximately 87 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 8 hours. Based on climate data for Lae.
The least favorable months to visit Lae are January, February, March, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Lae is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Lae is 89%, 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 Lae are 9 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 9 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 24 km/h / 15 mph).
Lae averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 88%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Lae is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Lae 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 Lae ranges from 26°C (79°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 Lae, with a climate score of 6/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Lae, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 26°C (79°F) and 25 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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