Papua New Guinea in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Papua New Guinea in october 2025
Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of october for most popular cities in Papua New Guinea. These forecasts are statistics for the month of october from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in october in Port Moresby
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
79°F
Clear/Sunny
49% of time
25%
17%
7%
Weather at 12pm
86°F
Moderate rain at times
40% of time
38%
12%
11%
Weather at 6pm
79°F
Moderate rain at times
41% of time
27%
21%
9%
Weather at 3am
76°F
43%
27%
21%
9%
More information about the weather in Port Moresby in october
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in october?
Where to go in Papua New Guinea in october: destination map
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Where to go in each region in october?
| Highlands Region of Papua New Guinea (Goroka, Mendi, Wabag...) | 70°F to 77°F | 22 à 26 days | very bad weather* | |
| Islands (Rabaul, Kavieng, Kimbe...) | 86°F to 88°F | 16 à 25 days | 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| Momase Region (Madang, Lae, Vanimo...) | 83°F to 88°F | 12 à 23 days | 86°F | tolerable weather* |
| South of Papua New Guinea (Port Moresby, Kiunga, Daru...) | 77°F to 90°F | 9 à 21 days | 83°F | bad weather* |
Where should you go in Papua New Guinea in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Papua New Guinea in october ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
That month is not the best month to travel to in Papua New Guinea. The weather in Rabaul, Goroka, Port Moresby, Lae and Madang is OK but just acceptable. The sun is not there all the time and you may be faced the rain regularly. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun trip but rather visiting museums or walking, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are surely fewer tourists dyring this month of october.
It's much worse in Kiunga and Kavieng and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is not advisable to visit these areas this month.
Climate in Papua New Guinea in october
Climate in Port Moresby in october
In october, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is very hot here in this month. With 8.9in over 13 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, the month of october is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 81°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (43%) | ||
| Humidity | 81% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 32% | ||
| Length of day | 12:18 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Madang in october
In october, maximum temperature is 88°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very hot there in october. With 10.7in over 16 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your journey. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, october is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this locality in Papua New Guinea.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 10.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (53%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 34% | ||
| Length of day | 12:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Lae in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 72°F (for an average temperature of 77°F). The climate enjoyable in this city in this month. With 12.5in over 16 days, the weather is rather to rain during your trip. Remember to bring clothes for rain.
With proper weather, october is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Papua New Guinea.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 77°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 12.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 16 day(s) (51%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:14 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Goroka in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Goroka is 70°F (maximum temperature is 77°F and minimum temperature is 63°F). The climate quite enjoyable in that area in this month. With 15.8in over 22 days, rainfall can happen during your stay. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, the month of october is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Papua New Guinea.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 70°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 63°F | ||
| Rainfall | 15.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 22 day(s) (70%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 42% | ||
| Length of day | 12:14 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Kavieng in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 85°F). The climate is very warm in that area in october. With 13.6in over 17 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad weather, the month of october is not the best time to go there in Papua New Guinea.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 85°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (56%) | ||
| Humidity | 75% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 12:10 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Papua New Guinea in october
| Port Moresby in october | tolerable weather |
| Madang in october | tolerable weather |
| Lae in october | tolerable weather |
| Goroka in october | bad weather |
| Kavieng in october | tolerable weather |
| Kiunga in october | very bad weather |
| Rabaul in october | tolerable weather |
| Aitape in october | bad weather |
| Alotau in october | good weather |
| Ambunti in october | tolerable weather |
| Arawa in october | very bad weather |
| Daru in october | good weather |
| Kerema in october | bad weather |
| Kimbe in october | tolerable weather |
| Lorengau in october | tolerable weather |
| Mendi in october | very bad weather |
| Popondetta in october | bad weather |
| Vanimo in october | good weather |
| Wabag in october | very bad weather |
| Wewak in october | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Papua New Guinea in october:
Weather data for Papua New Guinea in october 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.