Port Moresby in December
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 21 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
21Rainy days (171 mm)
12:33 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 18:24 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 21 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±6.4 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in December varies a lot between years (±6.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 24°C | 228 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.9 |
| February | 30°C | 24°C | 198 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.9 |
| March | 29°C | 24°C | 276 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 29°C | 24°C | 176 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 29°C | 24°C | 82 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| June | 28°C | 23°C | 50 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 29 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 28°C | 22°C | 34 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 28°C | 23°C | 44 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 29°C | 23°C | 63 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 30°C | 24°C | 111 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 30°C | 24°C | 171 mm | 21 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Port Moresby in December?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Port Moresby?
The best months are July, August, June, September.