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Mendi, Papua New Guinea
Southern Highlands Province · Papua New Guinea
Mendi is a small city in Southern Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 26,252. Elevation: 5,673 ft (1,729 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mendi
Mendi, Papua New Guinea, is the provincial capital of the Southern Highlands Province, and the capital of Mendi-Munihu District. The Lai River flows by the town. It is served by Mendi Airport. The town falls under Mendi Urban LLG.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,252 |
| Population Density | 83 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,673 ft (1,729 m) |
| Coordinates | -6.1476°, 143.6563° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Southern Highlands Province |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.5 inches (2,757 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mendi
Mendi is a small city in Papua New Guinea (Southern Highlands Province) with a population of 26,252. The city sits at an elevation of 5,673 feet (1,729 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Mendi
Mendi has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Dec (16.2°C), the coldest is Jul (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2467 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 139 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,673 ft (1,729 m) |
| Area | 316.7 sq mi (820.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 83/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -6.1476°N, 143.6563°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | 32 km |
| 1922 | BISMARCK SEA | Earthquake | 1.8 m | — | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 10.3 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 10.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 9.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 10.7 in |
Mendi has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 60°F in July to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 108.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.2") and July the driest (6.5").
Colleges & Universities in Mendi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mendi School Of Nursing | College | — | — |
| Southern Highlands Teachers College | College | — | — |
Schools in Mendi
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mosup Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mopa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mendi High School | — | — | — | — |
| Pongai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Library | — | — | — | — |
| North Mendi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumin Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tente Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lai Valley Technical Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kip Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Topa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oiyarep Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tukunda Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Map Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mendi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Mendi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendi Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mendi Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mendi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buai Market | |||||
| Mendi Market |
Hotels in Mendi
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mendi
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mendi
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mendi
15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mendi
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mendi
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mendi Airport | MDU | Medium Airport |
| Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | HGU | Medium Airport |
| Wapenamanda Airport | WBM | Medium Airport |
| Ambua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Baina Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Batri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benaria Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Erave Airport | ERE | Small Airport |
| Fogomaiu Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gobe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ialibu Airport | IAL | Small Airport |
| Kafa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kagua Airport | AGK | Small Airport |
| Kaibo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kairik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kandep Airport | KDP | Small Airport |
| Kantobo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kar Airport | KAK | Small Airport |
| Kumbwareta Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lumusa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moro Airport | MXH | Small Airport |
| Mount Tauwa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nipa Airport | NPG | Small Airport |
| Pangia Airport | PGN | Small Airport |
| Pimaga Airport | PMP | Small Airport |
| Samberigi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sopise Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sugu Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tambul Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tari Airport | TIZ | Small Airport |
| Tiri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Walluanda Airport | WLU | Small Airport |
| Waro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Woposali Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mendi
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mendi Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mendi
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AOG Church | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Bible Church | |
| Catholic | |
| Christain Life Revival Centres | |
| ECPNG Church | |
| Evangelical Church PNG | |
| Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELC) | |
| Foursquare Church | |
| Jehovah Witness | |
| Mother of the Divine Shepherd Cathedral | |
| Pentecostal | |
| Revival Centres of PNG | |
| Wakwak SDA Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mendi
What is the population of Mendi?
Mendi has a population of 26,252 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 316.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mendi?
Mendi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 139 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.5 inches.