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Finschhafen, Papua New Guinea
Morobe Province · Papua New Guinea
Finschhafen is a small town in Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,054. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Finschhafen
Finschhafen is a town 80 kilometers (50 mi) east of Lae on the Huon Peninsula in Morobe Province of Papua New Guinea. The town is commonly misspelt as Finschafen or Finschaven. During World War II, the town was also referred to as Fitch Haven in the logs of some U.S. Navy men.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,054 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.6040°, 147.8480° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Morobe Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 162.1 inches (4,117 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Finschhafen
Finschhafen is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Morobe Province) with a population of 1,054. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 162.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 112 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 316.3 sq mi (819.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.6040°N, 147.8480°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1888 | RITTER ISLAND | Explosion | 15.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 2007 | RITTER ISLAND, PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Explosion | 10.0 m | — | 124 km |
| 1987 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 3 | 60 km |
| 1972 | SOLOMON SEA | Meteorological | 1.5 m | — | 94 km |
| 1906 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 135 km |
| 1974 | RITTER ISLAND, PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Astronomical | 0.5 m | — | 124 km |
| 1913 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 47 km |
| 1987 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 139 km |
| 1988 | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Earthquake | — | — | 125 km |
| 1969 | BISMARCK SEA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
| 1938 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 67 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Umboi (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Umboi | Complex | 1,548 m (5,079 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Langila | Complex | 1,330 m (4,364 ft) | 2018 | 136 km |
| Long Island | Complex | 1,280 m (4,199 ft) | 1993 | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 16.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 21.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 24.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 20.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in |
Finschhafen has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 162.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (24.2") and February the driest (5.0").
Colleges & Universities in Finschhafen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braun CHW Training School | College | — | — |
| Finschhafen Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| Senior Flierl Seminary | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Finschhafen
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dregerhafen Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Katena Lutheran Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gaso Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kolem Lutheran Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kambili Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hapo-Hondong Lutheran Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Suqang Lutheran Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gagidu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gagidu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Braun Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Finschhafen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gagidu Market |
Airports Near Finschhafen
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Derim Airport | DER | Small Airport |
| Finschhafen Airport | FIN | Small Airport |
| Indagen Airport | IDN | Small Airport |
| Kabwum | KBM | Small Airport |
| Konge Airport | KGB | Small Airport |
| Lengbati Airport | LNC | Small Airport |
| Makini Airport | MPG | Small Airport |
| Masa Airport | MBV | Small Airport |
| Mindik Airport | MXK | Small Airport |
| Ogeranang Airport | OGE | Small Airport |
| Pindiu Airport | PDI | Small Airport |
| Satwag Airport | SWG | Small Airport |
| Sialum Airport | SXA | Small Airport |
| Siwea Airport | SWE | Small Airport |
| Tobou Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wasu Airport | WSU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Finschhafen
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethlehem Lutheran Church | |
| Braun Hospital Chapel | |
| Siuko SDA Church |
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
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What is the population of Finschhafen?
Finschhafen has a population of 1,054 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 316.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Finschhafen?
Finschhafen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 112 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 162.1 inches.