The climate of Papua New Guinea, city by city
This page lists the 13 cities in Papua New Guinea for which climate normals are available. Each entry covers temperature, rainfall and how the climate changed between 1940 and 2025, computed from ERA5 reanalysis data.
+1.3 °C since 1940
Frequently asked questions
What is the hottest city in Papua New Guinea?
The hottest city in Papua New Guinea is Kokopo, with an average annual temperature of 26.6 °C.
What is the coldest city in Papua New Guinea?
The coldest city in Papua New Guinea is Mendi, with an average annual temperature of 15.8 °C.
What is the wettest city in Papua New Guinea?
The wettest city in Papua New Guinea is Lae, with 5,975 mm of precipitation per year.
Has the climate of Papua New Guinea warmed?
Based on its largest cities, Papua New Guinea warmed by +1.3 °C between 1940 and 2025.