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Bereina, Papua New Guinea
Central Province · Papua New Guinea
Bereina is a small town in Central Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,565. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bereina
Bereina is a town in the Central Province of Papua New Guinea. It is located on the Hiritano Highway about 160 kilometres (100 mi) north-west of Port Moresby, and contains the headquarters of both the Kairuku-Hiri District and the Kairuku Rural local-level government area. Bereina also hosts a regional airport and a district town for the people of Kairuku Rural Area.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,565 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.6317°, 146.5072° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Central Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.4 inches (1,865 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bereina
Bereina is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Central Province) with a population of 1,565. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 315.4 sq mi (816.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.6317°N, 146.5072°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
Bereina has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 73.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.1") and August the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Bereina
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Gerald CHW Training College | College | — | — |
Schools in Bereina
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainohana Catholic Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bereina Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Mary's Inaui Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Paul's Veifa'a Primary & High School | — | — | — | — |
| Abiara Oreke Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ipaipana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Inauaia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kivori Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Waima United Church Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Waima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oriropetana Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Bereina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bereina Station Market |
Airports Near Bereina
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kerema Airport | KMA | Medium Airport |
| Aro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Erume Airport | ERU | Small Airport |
| Fane Airport | FNE | Small Airport |
| Garasa Airport | GRL | Small Airport |
| Guari Airport | GUG | Small Airport |
| Iokea Airport | IOK | Small Airport |
| Kairuku Airport | RKU | Small Airport |
| Kamulai Airport | KAQ | Small Airport |
| Kerau Airport | KRU | Small Airport |
| Kosipe Airport | KSP | Small Airport |
| Kubuna Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lese Airport | LNG | Small Airport |
| Malalaua Airport | MLQ | Small Airport |
| Sopu Airport | SPH | Small Airport |
| Tapini Airport | TPI | Small Airport |
| Terapo Airport | TEO | Small Airport |
| Woitape Airport | WTP | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bereina
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abiara United Church | |
| Ere'ere United Church | |
| Inauaia Catholic Church | |
| Inauaia Foursquare New Life Church | |
| Inawi Church | |
| Mou Catholic Church | |
| Roroaiara United Church | |
| Waima Catholic Church | |
| Waima Foursquare Gospel Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bereina
What is the population of Bereina?
Bereina has a population of 1,565 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 315.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bereina?
Bereina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.4 inches.