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Kieta, Papua New Guinea
Bougainville · Papua New Guinea
Kieta is a small town in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea with a population of 3,611. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kieta
Kieta is a port town located on the eastern coast of the island of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, near the township of Arawa. After extensive destruction during the 1990 Civil Uprising on Bougainville, Kieta has few inhabitants now, and is known mainly for its transport connections.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,611 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.2146°, 155.6325° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Bougainville |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Bougainville |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 134.1 inches (3,407 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kieta
Kieta is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Bougainville) with a population of 3,611. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 134.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Bougainville.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 94 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 316.6 sq mi (820.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.2146°N, 155.6325°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Bougainville |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.3 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1974 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.3 m | — | 132 km |
| 1975 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 76 km |
| 1974 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 146 km |
| 1959 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 149 km |
| 2014 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 90 km |
| 2017 | BOUGAINVILLE ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 3 | 51 km |
| 1955 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Loloru (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Loloru | Pyroclastic shield | 1,887 m (6,191 ft) | -1050 | 34 km |
| Billy Mitchell | Pyroclastic shield | 1,544 m (5,066 ft) | 1580 | 47 km |
| Bagana | Lava cone | 1,855 m (6,086 ft) | 2020 | 49 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 11.4 in | Warmest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 11.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 12.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 12.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | Driest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 9.7 in |
Kieta has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 75°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 134.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.5") and November the driest (9.7").
Farmers Markets in Kieta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arawa Main Market | |||||
| Bendaun Market | |||||
| Pikus Market | |||||
| Pikus Market |
Clinics in Kieta
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kieta
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Arawa Airport | RAW | Small Airport |
| Aropa Airport | KIE | Small Airport |
| Basikuna Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buin Airport | UBI | Small Airport |
| Karato Airport | KAF | Small Airport |
| Sabah Airport | SBV | Small Airport |
| Tonu Airport | TON | Small Airport |
| Torokina Airport | TOK | Small Airport |
| Wakunai Airport | WKN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kieta
What is the population of Kieta?
Kieta has a population of 3,611 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 316.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kieta?
Kieta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 94 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 134.1 inches.