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Kulumadau, Papua New Guinea
Milne Bay Province · Papua New Guinea
Kulumadau is a small town in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 2,500. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kulumadau
Kulumadau is a large, rural non-village on Woodlark Island, Milne Bay Province Papua New Guinea. It is served by Guasopa Airport. Its population during the 1990 census was 242, though it has since grown extensively; its current population is reported to be about 2,500 people, but there are no official sources for this number, as the last official census was taken in 1990. There is a large primary school in Kulumadau, where 200 students are taught. Students must travel to Alotau on the mainland to attend secondary school. Kulumadau was built in the post-colonial times, and as such, is not considered a traditional village of Woodlark, however, since its inception, Kulumadau has been the primary population center on Woodlark Island.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,500 |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.0851°, 152.7185° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Milne Bay Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 156.9 inches (3,986 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kulumadau
Kulumadau is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Milne Bay Province) with a population of 2,500. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet (83 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 156.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 72 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Coordinates | -9.0851°N, 152.7185°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOLOMON SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 58 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 15.2 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 13.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 11.7 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | Driest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 10.8 in |
Kulumadau has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 156.9 inches, with April being the wettest month (15.6") and November the driest (9.7").
Schools in Kulumadau
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kulumadau Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kulumadau
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guasopa Airport | GAZ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kulumadau?
Kulumadau has a population of 2,500 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea..
What is the weather like in Kulumadau?
Kulumadau has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 72 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 156.9 inches.