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Bulolo, Papua New Guinea
Morobe Province · Papua New Guinea
Bulolo is a small city in Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 16,042. Elevation: 2,221 ft (677 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bulolo
Bulolo is a town in Bulolo Urban LLG, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea. It was once an important gold dredging centre in the former Territory of New Guinea, situated on the Bulolo River, a tributary of the Markham River, about 32 km (20 mi) north-west of Wau. The town is served by Bulolo Airport.
Built in June 1930, the Bulolo strip was originally 1,150 yards by 120 yards. In 2010 it had an estimated population of 20,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,042 |
| Population Density | 3,247 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Coordinates | -7.2036°, 146.6401° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Morobe Province |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.8 inches (2,077 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bulolo
Bulolo is a small city in Papua New Guinea (Morobe Province) with a population of 16,042. The city sits at an elevation of 2,221 feet (677 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Bulolo
Bulolo has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.3°C), the coldest is Aug (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1648 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.5°F |
| 32% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 188 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,221 ft (677 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,247/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -7.2036°N, 146.6401°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1972 | SOLOMON SEA | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 69 km |
| 1969 | BISMARCK SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 73 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 7.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 7.5 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
Bulolo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 81.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.9") and June the driest (4.1").
Colleges & Universities in Bulolo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulolo University College | College | — | Visit → |
| Bulolo Vocational School | College | — | — |
| Impact Bible College | College | — | — |
| Small Scale Mining Institute | College | — | — |
Schools in Bulolo
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainyanda | — | — | — | — |
| Hompiri Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Steven's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kebi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Malangta Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pinetop Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bulolo International Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bulolo
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Bulolo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bulolo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulolo Market | |||||
| Bulolo Vegetables Market | |||||
| MB Market | |||||
| Wau Market |
Hotels in Bulolo
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bulolo
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bulolo
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bulolo
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bulolo
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport | LAE | Large Airport |
| Aseki Airport | AEK | Small Airport |
| Bapi Airstrip | BPD | Small Airport |
| Biaru Airport | BRP | Small Airport |
| Bulolo Airport | BUL | Small Airport |
| Engati Airstrip | EGA | Small Airport |
| Garaina Airport | GAR | Small Airport |
| Habina Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hawabango Airport | HWA | Small Airport |
| Heiweni Airport | HNI | Small Airport |
| Imane Airport | IMN | Small Airport |
| Kaintiba Airport | KZF | Small Airport |
| Kakoro(Koroko) Airstrip | KOR | Small Airport |
| Kamina Airport | KMF | Small Airport |
| Kanabea Airport | KEX | Small Airport |
| Langimar Airport | LNM | Small Airport |
| Maralina Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Menyamya Airport | MYX | Small Airport |
| Obura Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ogeranang Airport | OGE | Small Airport |
| Omora Airport | OSE | Small Airport |
| Sim Airport | SMJ | Small Airport |
| Tawa Airport | TWY | Small Airport |
| Tekadu Airport | TKB | Small Airport |
| Tsewi Airport | TSW | Small Airport |
| Tsile Tsile Airport | TSI | Small Airport |
| Umba Airport | UMC | Small Airport |
| Wau Airport | WUG | Small Airport |
| Wonenara Airport | WOA | Small Airport |
| Yasuru Airport | KSX | Small Airport |
| Yegepa Airport | PGE | Small Airport |
| Yeva Airport | YVD | Small Airport |
| Zenag Airport | ZEN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bulolo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bulolo Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bulolo
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bulolo AOG Church | |
| Bulolo Baptist Church | |
| Bulolo Foursquare Church | |
| Bulolo Nazarene Church | |
| Bulolo RCPNG Church | |
| Bulolo Reestoration Lutheran Church | |
| Bulolo SDA Church | |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | |
| Lutheran Revival Church | |
| Morobe Gospel Center | |
| St. Steven Lutheran Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulolo
What is the population of Bulolo?
Bulolo has a population of 16,042 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 3,247 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bulolo?
Bulolo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.8 inches.