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Popondetta in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Popondetta 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 Popondetta, Papua New Guinea.

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Popondetta in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Popondetta in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min 22°C Max 29°C 500 mm 24 day(s) 82% 39% UV 6 12.3 h/day
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
High crowding 05:43 18:21
Hourly weather

Average weather in Popondetta in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Popondetta 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 Popondetta in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Popondetta 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 Popondetta in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Popondetta in December

Check the seasonal normals in Popondetta 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 25.8°C 25.9°C 25.7°C
Maximum temperature 29.5°C 29.4°C 29.4°C
Minimum temperature 22.1°C 22.3°C 22.0°C
Record maximum temperature 34.0°C
(2021)
33.0°C
(2021)
34.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature 17.0°C
(2009)
18.0°C
(2009)
17.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 16 day(s)
(53%)
16 day(s)
(52%)
14 day(s)
(45%)
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%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 10 km/h 9 km/h
Wind temperature 22.1°C 22.3°C 22.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 408.6 mm 500.4 mm 600.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 29 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 21 day(s)
(70%)
24 day(s)
(78%)
28 day(s)
(90%)
Record precipitation in one day 198.8 mm
(2020)
61.4 mm
(2016)
151.2 mm
(2021)
Other weather data
Humidity 80% 82% 84%
Visibility 8.7 km 8.5 km 8.3 km
Cloud cover 37% 39% 41%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h37 05h43 05h59
Sunset time 18h07 18h21 18h34
Day length 12h30 12h38 12h35
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When adverse weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Popondetta in December?

Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Popondetta in December last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
22°C30°C3.5 mm
2
Light rain shower
22°C30°C3.9 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
22°C32°C1.2 mm
4
Patchy light drizzle
22°C30°C0.2 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
22°C32°C1.4 mm
6
Light rain shower
23°C30°C3.9 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
22°C31°C3.7 mm
8
Light rain shower
22°C29°C5.5 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
22°C26°C4.7 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
21°C31°C3.4 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
22°C30°C8.9 mm
12
Light rain shower
21°C31°C4.9 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
21°C31°C3.8 mm
14
Light rain shower
21°C31°C7.0 mm
15
Light rain shower
22°C29°C4.3 mm
16
Light rain shower
22°C31°C2.3 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
22°C31°C2.2 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
22°C32°C0.4 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
22°C32°C1.4 mm
20
Patchy light drizzle
22°C32°C2.3 mm
21
Light rain shower
23°C29°C6.4 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
22°C26°C4.2 mm
23
Light drizzle
22°C31°C1.5 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
21°C32°C0.6 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
22°C33°C0.9 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
22°C32°C3.7 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
22°C32°C0.5 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
21°C33°C0.0 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
22°C33°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
23°C32°C1.4 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
22°C32°C4.1 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Popondetta 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 Popondetta in December, which places this month 12th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 29°C during the day and 22°C at night, with about 500 mm of precipitation spread over 24 rainy days.

Expect about 12.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 63/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Popondetta are: July. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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