Papua New Guinea in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Papua New Guinea in january 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in Papua New Guinea. These datas are probabilities for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Port Moresby
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
79°F
Moderate rain at times
33% of time
30%
24%
14%
Weather at 12pm
88°F
Moderate rain at times
40% of time
25%
22%
13%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
48% of time
23%
17%
12%
Weather at 3am
79°F
30%
28%
27%
14%
More information about the weather in Port Moresby in january
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in january?
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in january: destination map
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Where to go in each region in january?
| Highlands Region of Papua New Guinea (Goroka, Mendi, Wabag...) | 70°F to 77°F | 27 à 29 days | very bad weather | |
| Islands (Rabaul, Kavieng, Kimbe...) | 85°F to 86°F | 19 à 25 days | 86°F | very bad weather* |
| Momase Region (Madang, Lae, Vanimo...) | 83°F to 86°F | 17 à 25 days | 86°F | bad weather* |
| South of Papua New Guinea (Port Moresby, Kiunga, Daru...) | 77°F to 90°F | 15 à 28 days | 86°F | bad weather* |
Where should you go in Papua New Guinea in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Papua New Guinea in january ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
That month is not the best month to spend holidays in Papua New Guinea. The weather in Rabaul, Kavieng and Port Moresby is just ok. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun travel in Papua New Guinea but rather nature excursions or hiking, this climate could be appropriate. In addition, there are surely fewer tourists at this time of year.
But it gets worse: in Goroka, Kiunga, Lae and Madang and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to visit these areas this month.
Climate in Papua New Guinea in january
Climate in Port Moresby in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Port Moresby is 85°F (maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is very warm around this city in january. With 13.1in over 16 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your stay. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this city in Papua New Guinea.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (51%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 12:37 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Madang in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Madang is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F). The climate is burning there in this month. With 26.7in over 25 days, rain is to be feared during your stay. Consider to pack Rain coats.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 26.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 25 day(s) (82%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:24 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Lae in january
In january, the mean temperature in Lae is 79°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite good here in january. With 12in over 17 days, the weather is rather to rain during your vacations. So remember to pack clothes for rain.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 79°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (56%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:28 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Goroka in january
In january, maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 63°F (for an average temperature of 70°F). The climate pleasant there in january. With 22.8in over 27 days, you will suffer the rain throughout your stay. Remember to bring rain clothes.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 22.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 27 day(s) (88%) | ||
| Humidity | 93% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 12:27 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Kavieng in january
In january, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is burning in this location in the month of january. With 17.3in over 19 days, the weather is rather to rain throughout your vacations. Consider to pack clothes for rain.
With a correct climate, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Kavieng in Papua New Guinea.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 17.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 19 day(s) (63%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:15 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Papua New Guinea in january
| Port Moresby in january | tolerable weather |
| Madang in january | very bad weather |
| Lae in january | tolerable weather |
| Goroka in january | very bad weather |
| Kavieng in january | tolerable weather |
| Kiunga in january | very bad weather |
| Rabaul in january | tolerable weather |
| Aitape in january | bad weather |
| Alotau in january | tolerable weather |
| Ambunti in january | bad weather |
| Arawa in january | very bad weather |
| Daru in january | bad weather |
| Kerema in january | bad weather |
| Kimbe in january | bad weather |
| Lorengau in january | very bad weather |
| Mendi in january | very bad weather |
| Popondetta in january | very bad weather |
| Vanimo in january | tolerable weather |
| Wabag in january | very bad weather |
| Wewak in january | bad weather |
Weather data for Papua New Guinea in january:
Weather data for Papua New Guinea in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Papua New Guinea. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Papua New Guinea can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Papua New Guinea.