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Kandrian, Papua New Guinea

West New Britain Province · Papua New Guinea

Kandrian is a small town in West New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,014. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,014 Population 3/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
147.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Port Moresby Timezone

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About Kandrian

Kandrian is the headquarters of Kandrian-Gloucester District, West New Britain Province, Papua New Guinea.

People

Population1,014
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain147.0 in/yr
Sunny Days123/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population1,014
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-6.2066°, 149.5474°
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby
Country🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
State / ProvinceWest New Britain Province
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation147.0 inches (3,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kandrian

Kandrian is a small town in Papua New Guinea (West New Britain Province) with a population of 1,014. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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 147.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.

Kandrian has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 147.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above Papua New Guinea avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days123 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area317.0 sq mi (821.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-6.2066°N, 149.5474°W
TimezonePacific/Port_Moresby

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 147.0"
287% above Papua New Guinea avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 24.29"
Driest Month (Feb) 5.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,806 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 26, 2025.

Apr 5, 1999 63 km W of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M7.4 69 km
Jul 18, 2010 New Britain region, Papua New Guinea M7.3 119 km
Nov 19, 1999 88 km W of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M7.0 88 km
Aug 4, 2010 72 km ESE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M7.0 144 km
Oct 31, 2001 40 km S of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M7.0 79 km
Nov 17, 1999 84 km WNW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.9 84 km
Jul 18, 2010 56 km SE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M6.9 101 km
Oct 17, 2016 76 km WNW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.8 76 km
Jul 7, 2013 26 km NE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.6 26 km
Jul 21, 2003 111 km NW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.4 111 km
Mar 9, 2011 35 km NE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.4 35 km
May 2, 1990 6 km SSE of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M6.4 96 km
Jul 19, 2006 61 km E of Kimbe, Papua New Guinea M6.4 150 km
Jul 15, 2019 26 km NNW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 27 km
Apr 19, 2023 30 km NNE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 30 km
Aug 15, 2010 110 km NNE of Finschhafen, Papua New Guinea M6.3 145 km
Jan 9, 2004 22 km NW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 22 km
Mar 5, 2017 31 km NW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 31 km
Feb 10, 2003 34 km NE of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 35 km
Nov 17, 1999 85 km WNW of Kandrian, Papua New Guinea M6.3 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1906 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 1.5 m 107 km
1987 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 0.1 m 54 km
2010 SOLOMON SEA Earthquake 0.1 m 119 km
1964 NEW BRITAIN Earthquake 0.1 m 139 km
1988 PAPUA NEW GUINEA Earthquake 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Krummel-Garbuna-Welcker (103 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Krummel-Garbuna-Welcker Stratovolcano(es) 564 m (1,850 ft) 2008 103 km
Garua Harbour Volcanic field 565 m (1,854 ft) Unknown 116 km
Witori Caldera 724 m (2,375 ft) 2012 128 km
Lolo Stratovolcano 796 m (2,612 ft) Unknown 135 km
Dakataua Caldera 408 m (1,339 ft) 1895 138 km
Langila Complex 1,330 m (4,364 ft) 2018 146 km
Garove Stratovolcano 368 m (1,207 ft) Unknown 169 km
Sulu Range Stratovolcano(es) 610 m (2,001 ft) Unknown 173 km
Mundua Complex 171 m (561 ft) Unknown 178 km
Umboi Complex 1,548 m (5,079 ft) Unknown 197 km
Hargy Stratovolcano 1,148 m (3,766 ft) 950 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 6.7 in Warmest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 7.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
May 78°F (26°C) 13.1 in
June 78°F (25°C) 18.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 23.1 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 24.3 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in
October 78°F (26°C) 11.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 8.3 in
December 80°F (26°C) 7.1 in

Kandrian has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in July to 80°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 147.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.3") and February the driest (5.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Kandrian

Institution Type Founded Website
Kandrian Vocational Centre College

Schools in Kandrian

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kandrian High School
Yumialo Catholic Primary School
Turuk Catholic Primary School
Magien Catholic Primary School
Alivo Catholic Community School
Pomugu Catholic Primary School
Angelek Catholic Community School
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Airports Near Kandrian

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Assengseng AirstripSmall Airport
Iboki AirportIBISmall Airport
Kandrian AirportKDRSmall Airport
Lamogai AirstripSmall Airport
Linga Linga AirportLGNSmall Airport
Meselia AirportMFZSmall Airport
Mok AirportSmall Airport
Sauren AirportSXWSmall Airport
Wasum AirportWUMSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandrian

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kandrian AOG Church
Kandrian SDA Church
Kandrian United Church

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 Kandrian

What is the population of Kandrian?

Kandrian has a population of 1,014 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 317.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kandrian?

Kandrian 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 123 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 147.0 inches.

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