Average weather for Papua New Guinea in August
It's warm in August in Papua New Guinea with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Papua New Guinea with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 21°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Papua New Guinea is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In August, there is an average of 126 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Papua New Guinea in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
28°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
126 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 13 days | |
July
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Papua New Guinea?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Papua New Guinea. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2017, Papua New Guinea reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 2°C to a highest value of 25°C.
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The climate in Papua New Guinea is based on weather data from Port Moresby. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Papua New Guinea to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Papua New Guinea
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Papua New Guinea, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Papua New Guinea
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Papua New Guinea, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Papua New Guinea.
Daily UV index in August in Papua New Guinea
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Papua New Guinea, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Papua New Guinea over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Papua New Guinea, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Papua New Guinea over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Papua New Guinea, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Papua New Guinea
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Average weather in Papua New Guinea by month
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