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Laiagam, Papua New Guinea
Enga Province · Papua New Guinea
Laiagam is a small town in Enga Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 921. Elevation: 6,214 ft (1,894 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Laiagam
Laiagam is situated in the west of Enga Province, Papua New Guinea. It is the main town of the newly created Lagaip District; after it was separated from the then Lagaip-Porgera District by the Papua New Guinea Parliament through an Act passed in 2021. It is still the largest and most populated district of Enga's five administrative districts.
People
Climate
| Population | 921 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,214 ft (1,894 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.3311°, 143.7905° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Enga Province |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.5 inches (2,933 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Laiagam
Laiagam is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Enga Province) with a population of 921. The city sits at an elevation of 6,214 feet (1,894 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 128 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,214 ft (1,894 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.3311°N, 143.7905°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1999 | KASU CONE | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 1 | 65 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Manam (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Manam | Stratovolcano | 1,807 m (5,928 ft) | 2020 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 12.1 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 12.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 11.3 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 12.3 in |
Laiagam has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 65°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.7") and July the driest (5.2").
Schools in Laiagam
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lailam Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Keman Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saunda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wapai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Alukul Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Aperes Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaipores Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Laiagam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enga Arts Gallery | ||||
| Enga Take Anda |
Farmers Markets in Laiagam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pawas Buai Market | |||||
| Wabag Market |
Hotels in Laiagam
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Laiagam
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Laiagam
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | HGU | Medium Airport |
| Wapenamanda Airport | WBM | Medium Airport |
| Ambua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Anangalo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bunam Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dusin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eleme Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gokto Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Iropena Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kairik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kandep Airport | KDP | Small Airport |
| Karawari Airstrip | KRJ | Small Airport |
| Kompiam Airport | KPM | Small Airport |
| Kumbwareta Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lumusa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malamaunda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mamusi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maramuni Airport | MWI | Small Airport |
| Mariama | — | Small Airport |
| Mui Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Munduku Airport | MDM | Small Airport |
| Ruti Airport | RUU | Small Airport |
| Sengapi Airstrip | SGK | Small Airport |
| Sipump Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambul Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tamo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tsendiap Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yambaitok | — | Small Airport |
| Yenkis(Yankisa) Airport | YEQ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laiagam
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Keman Catholic Church | |
| Wai Pii Lutheran Church |
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 Laiagam?
Laiagam has a population of 921 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laiagam?
Laiagam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 128 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.