When to go · Port Moresby
Port Moresby in May
Good month. Dry season begins.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Temperature
- 31°C88°F / 24°C75°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 6
- Crowds
- Low
- Papua New Guinea overall
- Prices
- Medium
- Papua New Guinea overall
Verdict
GoodVoykit month rating for Port Moresby
Dry season begins.
Weather in May
- Port MoresbyHighs around 31 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 6 daysHighs around 88 °F, lows around 75 °F, rain on about 6 days
- Port Moresby and the south coast, Papua New Guinea · Port Moresby, Central Province, Kokoda Trackfine
Rain shadow: the capital is dry May–November and wet and humid December–April; the Kokoda Track trekking season is April–November, busiest June–September.
Dry season season
The best weather for sightseeing, with less rain and humidity.
Watch: Dust, and full flights around the Highlands shows.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Papua New Guinea overall
- Low
- Prices · Papua New Guinea overall
- Medium
Papua New Guinea overall: Dry season starts in Port Moresby; quiet month before the show season.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen