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Tari, Papua New Guinea
Hela Province · Papua New Guinea
Tari is a small city in Hela Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 8,186. Elevation: 5,499 ft (1,676 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tari
Tari is the capital of the Tari-Pori District and is the centre of Huli country in the Hela Province of Papua New Guinea. It is the second largest settlement in the province, and accessible by road from Mendi. The town is administered under Tari Urban LLG.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,186 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,499 ft (1,676 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.8450°, 142.9467° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Hela Province |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 119.2 inches (3,027 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tari
Tari is a small city in Papua New Guinea (Hela Province) with a population of 8,186. The city sits at an elevation of 5,499 feet (1,676 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 121 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,499 ft (1,676 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.8450°N, 142.9467°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 | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 10.6 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 10.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 9.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 9.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 7.6 in | Driest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 11.7 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 10.9 in |
Tari has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 64°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 119.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (13.3") and June the driest (7.6").
Colleges & Universities in Tari
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dauli Teacher's College | College | — | — |
| Hope Institution | College | — | — |
| Saint Paul Bible College | College | — | — |
Schools in Tari
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hela Technical Highschool | — | — | — | — |
| Hangapo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Habare Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kela Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wabia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kuluanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Warolo Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Hiwanda Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Tari Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Walete Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Walumali int school | — | — | — | — |
| Munima Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Paipanda Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoieba High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tigipalu Elementary School (Former) | — | — | — | — |
| Haro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Parinamu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Parinamu Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Koli Village Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yotea Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Digicel Foundation Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Akau Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kikita Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hoieba Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Dauli Demonstration School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Tari
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andewale Marketplace | |||||
| Dalonda Marketplace | |||||
| Dauli Marketplace | |||||
| Dauli Marketplace 2 | |||||
| Halimbu Marketplace | |||||
| Hangapo Marketplace | |||||
| Hapiago market | |||||
| Hiwanda Marketplace | |||||
| Hoiapia Marketplace | |||||
| Hoieba Marketplace | |||||
| Hulia Marketplace | |||||
| Hulia Marketplace | |||||
| Hulia Marketplace | |||||
| Hulia Marketplace | |||||
| Idawi Marketplace | |||||
| Itipu Marketplace | |||||
| Kandeawi marketplace | |||||
| Kawanda Marketplace | |||||
| Kela Marketplace | |||||
| Kupari Marketplace | |||||
| Pari 1 Marketplace | |||||
| Payaka Marketplace | |||||
| Piribu Marketplace | |||||
| Piwa Marketplace | |||||
| Tari Marketplace | |||||
| Tawanda Marketplace | |||||
| Tigipalu marketplace | |||||
| Yotea Marketplace |
Hotels in Tari
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tari
15 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tari
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tari
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tari
44 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mendi Airport | MDU | Medium Airport |
| Agali Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ambua Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Arou Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Auwi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Benaria Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bosavi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dodomona Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fogomaiu Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fugwa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fuma Airport | FUM | Small Airport |
| Gawa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Habi Airport | HBD | Small Airport |
| Hewa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Huya Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kafa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kaibo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kairik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kandep Airport | KDP | Small Airport |
| Kar Airport | KAK | 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 |
| Maramuni Airport | MWI | Small Airport |
| Moro Airport | MXH | Small Airport |
| Mougulu Airport | GUV | Small Airport |
| Muluma Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nipa Airport | NPG | Small Airport |
| Nomad River Airport | NOM | Small Airport |
| Oksapmin Airport | OKP | Small Airport |
| Paiela Airport | PLE | Small Airport |
| Pimaga Airport | PMP | Small Airport |
| Pori Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sisamin Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Suabi Airport | SBE | Small Airport |
| Sugu Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tari Airport | TIZ | Small Airport |
| Walagu Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wanikipa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Waro Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yehebi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yifki Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tari
40 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| Christian Compound | |
| Dobani ECPNG Church | |
| ECPNG Church | |
| ECPNG Church | |
| ECPNG Church Mondololo | |
| ECPNG Compound | |
| ECPNG Dalonda Church | |
| Habare SDA Church | |
| Habare SDA Station | |
| Halimbu ECPNG Church | |
| Haluka SDA Church | |
| Hangapo Catholic Church | |
| Hangapo Mapu United Church | |
| Hangapo SDA Church | |
| Hapiago catholic church | |
| Haro Embera United Church | |
| Haro SDA Church | |
| Hayare Adventist TMI Church | |
| Hoyiapia 7th Day Adventist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tari
What is the population of Tari?
Tari has a population of 8,186 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tari?
Tari 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 64°F in July. The area receives 121 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 119.2 inches.