Popondetta, Papua New Guinea experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 26 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 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.
Popondetta, Papua New Guinea Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Popondetta, Papua New Guinea. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.3/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 28°C / 23°C
Feels Like 35°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 348 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 90%
Wind Speed 7 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low23°C
Rain28days
Coldest Month
22°C
July
Avg High28°C
Rain21days
Driest Month
21days
July
Avg High28°C
Avg Low22°C
Windiest Month
7 km/h
November (Gusts 21)
Sea Temperature
30°C – 32°C
Warmest water: March (
31.5°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:20
Daylight 11.6h
Sunset 17:57
Live conditions—
Popondetta on the map · live conditions
Popondetta, Papua New Guinea
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- Papua New Guinea
- City
- Popondetta
- Population
- 28.2K
- Coordinates
- -8.77°, 148.23°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 25 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 29 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°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: 29°C / 23°C . Feb: 29°C / 23°C . Mar: 29°C / 23°C . Apr: 28°C / 23°C . May: 28°C / 23°C . Jun: 28°C / 22°C . Jul: 28°C / 22°C . Aug: 28°C / 22°C . Sep: 28°C / 22°C . Oct: 29°C / 23°C . Nov: 29°C / 23°C . Dec: 29°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 456 mm. Feb: 513 mm. Mar: 498 mm. Apr: 420 mm. May: 287 mm. Jun: 231 mm. Jul: 191 mm. Aug: 199 mm. Sep: 274 mm. Oct: 290 mm. Nov: 303 mm. Dec: 519 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 91%. Feb: 91%. Mar: 91%. Apr: 92%. May: 90%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 89%. Aug: 89%. Sep: 89%. Oct: 89%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 91%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 7 km/h . Feb: 7 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 6 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 6 km/h . Aug: 7 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 7 km/h . Nov: 7 km/h . Dec: 7 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 31°C . Feb: 31°C . Mar: 32°C . Apr: 31°C . May: 31°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 31°C . Nov: 31°C . Dec: 32°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 8. 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
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 48 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 30°C | Feb · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 22°C | Jul · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Feb 2025 · 560 mm | Dec · 519 mm |
| Windiest month | Jan 2025 · 8 km/h | Nov · 7 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 | 29°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 29days (456 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 23°C | 37°C / 28°C | 28days (513 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 29days (498 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 28days (420 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 92% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 26days (287 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 27°C | 23days (231 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 21days (191 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 23days (199 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 28°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 24days (274 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 25days (290 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 26days (303 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 29°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 30days (519 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Popondetta are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Popondetta, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Popondetta 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 Popondetta is July, with average overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Popondetta is December, averaging 519mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Popondetta runs through December, January, March, February, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Popondetta.
Popondetta receives approximately 103 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is November with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Popondetta.
The least favorable months to visit Popondetta are January, February, 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 Popondetta is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Popondetta is 90%, 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 31°C (88°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Popondetta are 7 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is November with peak winds reaching 7 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 21 km/h / 13 mph).
Popondetta averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 85%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in Popondetta is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Popondetta 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 Popondetta ranges from 27°C (81°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 Popondetta, with a climate score of 4.5/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Popondetta, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 23 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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