Skip to main content
Population Review

Climate normals · 1970–2000

Port Moresby Climate

Port Moresby is a city in Papua New Guinea (20) with a population of about 283,733. Its average annual temperature is 26.8°C (80°F), with roughly 1499 mm of rain per year.

26.8°C

Avg Temp

1499

Precip (mm/yr)

Dec

Hottest Month

Jul

Coldest Month


Port Moresby Climate

Port Moresby has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F) and receives about 1499 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is December and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

26.8°C

Avg Temp

1499

Precip (mm/yr)

Dec

Hottest Month

Jul

Coldest Month

20°30°248mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Port Moresby — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January27° / 81°207 mm
February27° / 81°197 mm
March27° / 81°248 mm
April27° / 80°150 mm
May27° / 80°124 mm
June26° / 79°84 mm
July26° / 78°50 mm
August26° / 78°47 mm
September26° / 79°69 mm
October27° / 80°87 mm
November28° / 82°83 mm
December28° / 82°153 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Port Moresby

The most comfortable months to visit Port Moresby are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is December (around 32°C high). The coldest is July (near 22°C low). March is usually the wettest month.

AugustJulySeptember

Where to stay near Port Moresby

Planning a trip to Port Moresby? Compare hotels and short-term rentals — live availability and prices.

Top-rated places to stay near Port Moresby

Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.

Planning a trip to Port Moresby?

Get climate tips and the best lodging deals for Port Moresby by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most comfortable months to visit Port Moresby are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).

Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C and about 1499 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is December and the coldest is July.

In December, the hottest month, daily highs in Port Moresby average about 32°C (89°F).

Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.