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Ihu, Papua New Guinea

Gulf Province · Papua New Guinea

Ihu is a small town in Gulf Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 712. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

712 Population 2/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
120.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Port Moresby Timezone

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People

Population712
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain120.3 in/yr
Sunny Days122/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population712
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-7.8957°, 145.3941°
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Country🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / ProvinceGulf Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation120.3 inches (3,056 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ihu

Ihu is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Gulf Province) with a population of 712. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 120.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.

Ihu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 120.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above Papua New Guinea avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days122 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area315.4 sq mi (816.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-7.8957°N, 145.3941°W
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 120.3"
217% above Papua New Guinea avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 14.80"
Driest Month (Nov) 6.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.5 on May 4, 2024.

Feb 2, 2005 96 km WNW of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M5.6 61 km
Mar 3, 2013 81 km W of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M5.6 96 km
Mar 2, 2012 55 km E of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M5.4 97 km
Feb 1, 2022 71 km W of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M5.4 110 km
Aug 19, 1993 70 km SSW of Wau, Papua New Guinea M5.3 118 km
Feb 6, 1991 117 km S of Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea M5.2 113 km
Sep 4, 1990 66 km W of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M5.2 107 km
Mar 3, 1992 94 km ESE of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M5.2 135 km
Aug 2, 1994 65 km W of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M5.2 115 km
Dec 30, 1990 115 km S of Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea M5.2 107 km
Oct 5, 1997 67 km NNE of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M5.1 82 km
Feb 8, 1995 41 km NW of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M5.1 146 km
Dec 17, 1996 70 km N of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M5.0 82 km
Mar 2, 2012 73 km SSW of Wau, Papua New Guinea M5.0 120 km
Apr 17, 1990 88 km SE of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea M4.9 148 km
Mar 2, 2012 63 km E of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M4.9 106 km
Apr 18, 1990 95 km SE of Ialibu, Papua New Guinea M4.9 142 km
Dec 7, 1996 62 km WSW of Bulolo, Papua New Guinea M4.9 97 km
Jun 4, 1995 108 km NW of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M4.8 78 km
Mar 17, 2012 70 km E of Kerema, Papua New Guinea M4.8 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 9.5 in
February 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in
April 80°F (27°C) 9.3 in
May 79°F (26°C) 14.8 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 12.9 in
July 76°F (25°C) 12.7 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 8.8 in
September 78°F (25°C) 9.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 9.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Driest
December 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest

Ihu has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in July to 81°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 120.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (14.8") and November the driest (6.5").

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Schools in Ihu

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ihu High School
Kavava Primary School
Harona Primary School
Vailala East Primary School
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Airports Near Ihu

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baimuru AirportVMUMedium Airport
Kerema AirportKMAMedium Airport
Angai AirstripSmall Airport
Bu'u AirstripSmall Airport
Hawabango AirportHWASmall Airport
Ihu AirportIHUSmall Airport
Kaintiba AirportKZFSmall Airport
Kamina AirportKMFSmall Airport
Kanabea AirportKEXSmall Airport
Komako AirportHOCSmall Airport
Menyamya AirportMYXSmall Airport
Purari AirstripSmall Airport
Tawa AirportTWYSmall Airport
Vailala AirstripSmall Airport
Wiawia AirstripSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Port_Moresby

🇵🇬 About Papua New Guinea

Capital Port Moresby
Population 8,606,316
Area 462,840 km²
GDP (USD) $30,816,367,067
GDP per capita $2,966
HDI 0.576
Life expectancy 66.1 years
Internet users 24.1%
Urban population 15.1%
Currency PGK (Kina)
Languages English, Hiri Motu, Tok Pisin
Calling code +675
TLD .pg
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Jun 8 Queen's Birthday Queen's Birthday
Jul 23 Remembrance Day Remembrance Day
Aug 26 Repentance Day Repentance Day
Sep 16 Independence Day Independence Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day St. Stephen's Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ihu

What is the population of Ihu?

Ihu has a population of 712 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 315.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ihu?

Ihu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 122 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 120.3 inches.

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