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Tabubil, Papua New Guinea
Western Province · Papua New Guinea
Tabubil is a small city in Western Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 10,270. Elevation: 1,647 ft (502 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tabubil
Tabubil is a town located in the Star Mountains area of the North Fly District of Western Province, Papua New Guinea. The town, including the adjoining relocated village of Wangabin and the industrial area of Laydown, is the largest settlement in the province, although the provincial capital, Daru is a similar size. It had a recorded population of 10,270 at the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,270 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,647 ft (502 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.2738°, 141.2292° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Western Province |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 196.3 inches (4,986 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tabubil
Tabubil is a small city in Papua New Guinea (Western Province) with a population of 10,270. The city sits at an elevation of 1,647 feet (502 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 196.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Tabubil
Tabubil has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C (75°F). The hottest month is Nov (24.2°C), the coldest is Jul (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 4383 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 60 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,647 ft (502 m) |
| Area | 6,867.7 sq mi (17,787.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.2738°N, 141.2292°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 16.4 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 15.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 16.9 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 16.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 16.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 16.6 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 18.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 18.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 16.5 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 15.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 13.0 in | Driest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 15.7 in | Warmest |
Tabubil has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 70°F in July to 72°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 196.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.8") and November the driest (13.0").
Schools in Tabubil
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabubil International School | — | — | — | — |
| Tabubil Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tabubil Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Migalsim Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Benedict Finalbin Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okma Primary & Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Wangbin Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tabubil
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Tabubil
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awari Clothes Market | |||||
| Tabubil Vegetable Market |
Hotels in Tabubil
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tabubil
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tabubil
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tabubil
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tabubil
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tabubil
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tabubil
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tabubil
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Oksibil Airport | OKL | Medium Airport |
| Ambisibil Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Asua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Biangabip Airport | BPK | Small Airport |
| Binban Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Busilmin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Denom Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dewok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Diphikin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Duranmin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eliptamin Airport | EPT | Small Airport |
| Feramin Airport | FRQ | Small Airport |
| Fiyak Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Frieda River Airport | FAQ | Small Airport |
| Gubil Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gulgubip Airport | GLP | Small Airport |
| Haewenai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hotmin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ibil Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Iwur Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kaklup Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kawor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kiwi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kiwirok Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kotyobakon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kubibkop Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kungim Airport | KGM | Small Airport |
| Kuyol Airport | KUX | Small Airport |
| Maksum Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maksum Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Matkomnae Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mindiptana Airport | MDP | Small Airport |
| Mipol Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Miyanmin Airport | MPX | Small Airport |
| Molding Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Munbil Airport | LNF | Small Airport |
| Okao Airport | OKV | Small Airport |
| Okbab Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Okisai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Oklip Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Okpahik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Okyap Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Olsobip Airport | OLQ | Small Airport |
| Rumginae Airport | RMN | Small Airport |
| Sape Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Selbang Airport | SBC | Small Airport |
| Seltamin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tabubil Airport | TBG | Small Airport |
| Tarakbits Airport | TRJ | Small Airport |
| Tarup Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tabubil
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL | |
| FedEx Office | |
| Post PNG (Tabubil Branch) |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tabubil
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Star Mountain Catholic Church Tabubil | |
| Tabubil AOG Church | |
| Tabubil Baptist Church | |
| Tabubil CRC Church | |
| Tabubil Kingdom Hall | |
| Tabubil Lutheran Church | |
| Tabubil PNG Bible Church | |
| Tabubil SDA Church | |
| Tabubil United Church | |
| Tabubil Urban ECPNG Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
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What is the population of Tabubil?
Tabubil has a population of 10,270 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,867.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tabubil?
Tabubil has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 60 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 196.3 inches.