August weather forecast
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

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Weather in August

August in Goroka sees a bit of a shift. Despite the increase in rainfall to 96mm (3.78") this month, the weather remains relatively dry compared to the first half of the year. The weather presents an engaging mix of sunny days interspersed with swift, refreshing showers. Goroka's iconic green landscapes retain their lushness, under the slightly extended daylight hours. The effect of the retained sunshine creates an inviting warmth against the cooler breeze.

Temperature

July and August represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Rainfall

In Goroka, in August, during 19 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 257 rainfall days, and 2236mm (88.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of August in Goroka, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18 +10.

Sunshine

March through May, July and August, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Goroka?

The coldest period in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 26°C (78.8°F).

What is the usual temperature for Goroka in August?

The high-temperature in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, during August is 26°C (78.8°F) and the low-temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).

How much does it rain in Goroka in August?

In Goroka, in August, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Goroka?

The average day length in August is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Goroka?

On the first day of August in Goroka, Papua New Guinea, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18 +10.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Goroka?

March through May, July and August, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Goroka.

How many hours of sunshine does Goroka have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Goroka?

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Goroka?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Goroka is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

Average temperature in August - Goroka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in August: 26°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July, August and September (12°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall in August - Goroka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in August: 96mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (282mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (83mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

Average rainfall days in August - Goroka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and May (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (19 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Goroka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, June, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
The months with the least sunshine are March, April, May, July and August (Average sunshine: 4h).

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Average UV index in August
Goroka, Papua New Guinea

Average UV index in August - Goroka, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in August: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 11).

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Goroka, Papua New Guinea

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