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Wabag, Papua New Guinea
Enga Province · Papua New Guinea
Wabag is a small town in Enga Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 3,958. Elevation: 6,788 ft (2,069 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wabag
Wabag is the capital of Enga Province, Papua New Guinea. It is the least populous provincial capital in the country. It is on the Lai River; the Highlands Highway passes through the town, between Mount Hagen and Porgera. Europeans first visited the site in 1938-39. A radio camp and airstrip were established in 1938-39 but restrictions on transportation and the surrounding land's infertility long inhibited Wabag's development.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,958 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,788 ft (2,069 m) |
| Coordinates | -5.4912°, 143.7215° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | Enga Province |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.7 inches (2,710 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wabag
Wabag is a small town in Papua New Guinea (Enga Province) with a population of 3,958. The city sits at an elevation of 6,788 feet (2,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 142 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,788 ft (2,069 m) |
| Area | 316.8 sq mi (820.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -5.4912°N, 143.7215°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 | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 10.8 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 11.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 10.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 11.3 in |
Wabag has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 58°F in July to 59°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 106.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.4") and July the driest (5.1").
Colleges & Universities in Wabag
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enga College of Nursing | College | — | Visit → |
| Enga Teacher's College | College | — | — |
| Innovative University of Enga - Akom Campus | University | — | — |
| Kungumanda Community Health Workers Training Centre | College | — | — |
| Laiagam Appropriate Technology Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| Pompabus Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| Pupang Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| RMNC Nations Leadership Training Centre | College | — | — |
| St. Josephs Wanepap Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| St. Timothy Lutheran Seminary | College | — | — |
Schools in Wabag
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wei Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kamas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Napotesa Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Pipi Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sakarip Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kundis Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lakuia Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsikiro Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yumbilyam High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sopas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sari Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Amala Day High School | — | — | — | — |
| Anditale High School | — | — | — | — |
| Wabag Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lenki Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kerepusmanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Irelya - Kipuli Memorial Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Takienda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yarulama Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Birip Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rakamanda Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sir Tei Abal (Wabag) Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kopen Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wabag
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Wabag
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enga Arts Gallery | ||||
| Enga Take Anda |
Farmers Markets in Wabag
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pawas Buai Market | |||||
| Wabag Market |
Hotels in Wabag
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wabag
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wabag
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wabag
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wabag
26 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 |
| Benaria Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dusin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eleme Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Iropena Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kairik Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kandep Airport | KDP | Small Airport |
| Kompiam Airport | KPM | Small Airport |
| Kumbwareta Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lumusa Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malamaunda Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mamusi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Maramuni Airport | MWI | Small Airport |
| Mui Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nipa Airport | NPG | Small Airport |
| Paiela Airport | PLE | Small Airport |
| Ruti Airport | RUU | Small Airport |
| Sengapi Airstrip | SGK | Small Airport |
| Sipump Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambul Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tsendiap Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yambaitok | — | Small Airport |
| Yenkis(Yankisa) Airport | YEQ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wabag
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Wabag Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wabag
51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aipus Apostolic Church | |
| Aipus CAF Church | |
| Aipus Lutheran Church | |
| Aipus SDA Church | |
| Alowas Catholic Church | |
| Amala CLC Church | |
| Amala SDA Church | |
| Andalamale Baptist Church | |
| Ba Tainge Pii SDA Church | |
| Good Shepherd Cathedral | |
| Irelya Gutnius Lutheran Church | |
| Irelya SDA Church | |
| Kamas CRC Church | |
| Kawanda SDA Church | |
| Keas Kingdom Hall of Jehova's Witnesses | |
| Keas SDA Church | |
| Kembol Catholic Church | |
| Kepakanda SDA Church | |
| Kilidisch SDA Church | |
| Kundis Lutheran Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wabag
What is the population of Wabag?
Wabag has a population of 3,958 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 316.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wabag?
Wabag enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.7 inches.