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Kavieng, Papua New Guinea
New Ireland · Papua New Guinea
Kavieng is a small city in New Ireland, Papua New Guinea with a population of 14,490. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kavieng
Kavieng is the capital of the Papua New Guinean province of New Ireland and the largest town on the island of the same name. The town is located at Balgai Bay, on the northern tip of the island. As of 2009, it had a population of 17,248.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,490 |
| Population Density | 46 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | -2.5734°, 150.7952° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | New Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 124.3 inches (3,158 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kavieng
Kavieng is a small city in Papua New Guinea (New Ireland) with a population of 14,490. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 124.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Kavieng
Kavieng has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Feb (28°C), the coldest is Jul (26.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 3092 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.1°F |
| 45% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 116 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 318.2 sq mi (824.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 46/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -2.5734°N, 150.7952°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1899 | EAST COAST, NEW IRELAND | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 13.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | Driest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.4 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
Kavieng has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 77°F in January to 79°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 124.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (13.9") and September the driest (5.5").
Schools in Kavieng
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utu High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaselok Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carteret Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eli Wanera Memorial Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Kavieng
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kavieng
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kavieng
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kavieng
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kavieng Airport | KVG | Medium Airport |
| Puas Airport | PUA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kavieng
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kavieng Kingdom Hall | |
| Kavieng Lutheran Church | |
| Kavieng United Church | |
| Maiom United Church | |
| Maltan SDA Church | |
| Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cathedral |
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Quick Facts
🇵🇬 About Papua New Guinea
Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kavieng?
Kavieng has a population of 14,490 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 318.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kavieng?
Kavieng has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 116 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 124.3 inches.