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Porgera, Papua New Guinea
Enga Province · Papua New Guinea
Porgera is a small town in Enga Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,578. Elevation: 7,375 ft (2,248 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Porgera
The Porgera Gold Mine is a large gold and silver mining operation near Porgera, Enga province, Papua New Guinea (PNG). Located at the head of the Porgera Valley, The mine is situated in the rain forest covered highlands at an altitude of 2,200 to 2,700 m, in a region of high rainfall, landslides, and frequent earthquakes.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,578 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,375 ft (2,248 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.4630°, 143.1480° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Enga Province |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 118.6 inches (3,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Porgera
Porgera is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Enga Province) with a population of 1,578. The city sits at an elevation of 7,375 feet (2,248 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 118.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 121 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,375 ft (2,248 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.4630°N, 143.1480°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 |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 10.8 in | |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 10.7 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 10.4 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 9.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 10.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 11.3 in |
Porgera has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 59°F in July to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 118.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.9") and July the driest (7.1").
Colleges & Universities in Porgera
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porgera Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
Schools in Porgera
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tibinini Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kairik SDA Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Porgera International School | — | — | — | — |
| Payam Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Porgera Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Suyan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Porgera Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mugalep Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yuyan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Apalake Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Porgera
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Restaurants in Porgera
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Porgera
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Porgera
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Porgera
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Porgera
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mendi Airport | MDU | Medium Airport |
| Wapenamanda Airport | WBM | Medium Airport |
| Ambua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Arou Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Auwi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benaria Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bisorio Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fugwa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hewa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Iropena Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kairik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kandep Airport | KDP | Small Airport |
| Kelabo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Komo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Komo-Manda Airport | KOM | Small Airport |
| Kopiago Airport | KPA | Small Airport |
| Koroba Airport | KDE | Small Airport |
| Malamaunda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maramuni Airport | MWI | Small Airport |
| Nipa Airport | NPG | Small Airport |
| Paiela Airport | PLE | Small Airport |
| Pori Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tari Airport | TIZ | Small Airport |
| Wanikipa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yifki Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Porgera
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post PNG |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Porgera
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aiyoko SDA Church | |
| Anawe Apostolic Church | |
| Anawe Rainbow Adventist Church | |
| Aritane CAF Church | |
| Aritane SDA Church | |
| Aumbi Evangelical Church | |
| Aumbi Gutnius Lutheran Church | |
| Aumbi SDA church | |
| Kairik SDA Church | |
| Len Bernard Memorial SDA Church | |
| Lukal CAF Church | |
| Mungulep Catholic Church | |
| Paiam CAF Church | |
| Paiam Catholic Church | |
| Paiam United Church | |
| Palipaka CAF Church | |
| Porgera Catholic Church | |
| Porgera RCPNG Church | |
| Suyan Apostolic Church | |
| Suyan SDA 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 Porgera?
Porgera has a population of 1,578 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Porgera?
Porgera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 118.6 inches.