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Alotau, Papua New Guinea
Milne Bay Province · Papua New Guinea
Alotau is a small city in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 10,025. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alotau
Alotau is the capital of Milne Bay Province, in the far south-east of Papua New Guinea, on the tip of the Papuan Peninsula. It is located on the northern shore of Milne Bay and the township is conveniently situated within the Alotau Urban LLG.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,025 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.3151°, 150.4574° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Milne Bay Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 113.8 inches (2,890 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alotau
Alotau is a small city in Papua New Guinea (Milne Bay Province) with a population of 10,025. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Alotau
Alotau has an average annual temperature of 27.4°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jan (28.7°C), the coldest is Aug (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2064 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.8°F |
| 42% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 130 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 313.3 sq mi (811.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.3151°N, 150.4574°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iamalele (89 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iamalele | Lava dome(s) | 200 m (656 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Dawson Strait Group | Volcanic field | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1350 | 90 km |
| Goodenough | Volcanic field | 220 m (722 ft) | Unknown | 94 km |
| Victory | Stratovolcano | 1,925 m (6,316 ft) | 1935 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 9.1 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 10.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 11.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | Driest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in |
Alotau has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 113.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (11.9") and November the driest (6.0").
Schools in Alotau
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lelehoa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alotau International School | — | — | — | — |
| Cameron Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alotau Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goilanai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rabe Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kwakwela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wagawaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gwavili Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Ladava Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Garuahi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alotau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Alotau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massim Museum |
Farmers Markets in Alotau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alotau Market | |||||
| Informal Market |
Hotels in Alotau
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alotau
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alotau
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Alotau
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Alotau
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alotau
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alotau
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alotau
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gurney Airport | GUR | Medium Airport |
| Cape Vogel Airport | CVL | Small Airport |
| China Strait Airstrip | SQT | Small Airport |
| Doini Airport | DOI | Small Airport |
| Esa'ala Airport | ESA | Small Airport |
| Nowata Airport | NWT | Small Airport |
| Raba Raba Airport | RBP | Small Airport |
| Salamo Airport | SAM | Small Airport |
| Sehulea Airport | SXH | Small Airport |
| Wedau Airport | WED | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alotau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alotau Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alotau
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus | |
| Christian Revival Crusade Church |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Alotau
Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alotau
What is the population of Alotau?
Alotau has a population of 10,025 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 313.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alotau?
Alotau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 130 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.8 inches.