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Madang in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Madang in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Madang, Papua New Guinea.

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Madang in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Madang in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min 26°C Max 30°C 543 mm 23 day(s) 85% 43% 31°C UV 6 11.5 h/day
Possible activities in December
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingWatersportsBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:59 18:24
Hourly weather

Average weather in Madang in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Madang in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Madang in December

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Madang in December.

Temperatures and rain in Madang in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in December.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Madang in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Madang in December

Check the seasonal normals in Madang in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 28.0°C 27.8°C 27.7°C
Maximum temperature 30.3°C 29.9°C 29.9°C
Minimum temperature 25.8°C 25.7°C 25.4°C
Record maximum temperature 33.0°C
(2017)
33.0°C
(2017)
32.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2021)
23.0°C
(2021)
23.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 24 day(s)
(80%)
22 day(s)
(71%)
21 day(s)
(68%)
Number of days at +18° 30 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 29.7°C 30.0°C 29.4°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.8°C 28.8°C 28.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.9°C 31.2°C 30.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 11 km/h 11 km/h 11 km/h
Wind temperature 25.8°C 25.7°C 25.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 377.2 mm 542.9 mm 676.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 27 day(s)
(90%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 18 day(s)
(59%)
23 day(s)
(73%)
25 day(s)
(82%)
Record precipitation in one day 101.8 mm
(2020)
137.9 mm
(2010)
170.0 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 83% 85% 86%
Visibility 8.9 km 8.6 km 8.2 km
Cloud cover 38% 43% 44%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h51 05h59 06h14
Sunset time 18h12 18h24 18h38
Day length 12h21 12h25 12h24
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When fair weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Madang in December?

Possible activities in December
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingWatersportsBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in December
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Madang in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Madang in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C0.8 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.4 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
24°C29°C4.7 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C1.9 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
25°C31°C1.5 mm
6
Patchy light drizzle
24°C30°C6.7 mm
7
Patchy light drizzle
24°C30°C4.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
25°C30°C0.2 mm
9
Patchy light drizzle
25°C30°C3.9 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C2.9 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
24°C29°C8.1 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
24°C27°C5.5 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
24°C31°C3.6 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C2.6 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
24°C28°C7.2 mm
16
Patchy light rain
25°C29°C4.7 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
25°C29°C2.9 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C5.0 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
25°C31°C2.7 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
25°C28°C6.4 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
23°C27°C23.1 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
24°C31°C1.0 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C0.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C2.9 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
25°C30°C1.0 mm
26
Light rain shower
24°C28°C1.9 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
24°C30°C0.1 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
24°C31°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
24°C30°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
25°C30°C2.6 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
25°C31°C0.1 mm
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Where to go near Madang in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Madang in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Madang in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 543 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 30°C on average in December, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Diving and snorkeling, Watersports and Boat trip and cruise.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 43/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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