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Samarai, Papua New Guinea
Milne Bay Province · Papua New Guinea
Samarai is a small town in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 1,638. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samarai
Samarai is an island and former administrative capital in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,638 |
| Population Density | 14,891 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -10.6104°, 150.6621° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Milne Bay Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.1 inches (2,950 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samarai
Samarai is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Milne Bay Province) with a population of 1,638. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.7°F |
| 44% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 127 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,891/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -10.6104°N, 150.6621°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Dawson Strait Group (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Dawson Strait Group | Volcanic field | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 1350 | 113 km |
| Iamalele | Lava dome(s) | 200 m (656 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Goodenough | Volcanic field | 220 m (722 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 13.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 10.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 11.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 9.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | Driest |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 7.5 in |
Samarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 116.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (13.8") and November the driest (6.1").
Schools in Samarai
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sawasawaga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sariba Sidudu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Samarai
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gurney Airport | GUR | Medium Airport |
| China Strait Airstrip | SQT | Small Airport |
| Doini Airport | DOI | Small Airport |
| Esa'ala Airport | ESA | Small Airport |
| Sehulea Airport | SXH | Small Airport |
| Wedau Airport | WED | 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 Samarai?
Samarai has a population of 1,638 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 14,891 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samarai?
Samarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 127 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.1 inches.