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Wewak, Papua New Guinea
East Sepik Province · Papua New Guinea
Wewak is a small city in East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea with a population of 18,230. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wewak
Wewak is the capital of the East Sepik province of Papua New Guinea. It is on the northern coast of the island of New Guinea. It is the largest town between Madang and Jayapura. It is the see city (seat) of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Wewak.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,230 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.5496°, 143.6323° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
| Country | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea |
| State / Province | East Sepik Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.3 inches (1,964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wewak
Wewak is a small city in Papua New Guinea (East Sepik Province) with a population of 18,230. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Port_Moresby.
Climate in Wewak
Wewak has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (28.1°C), the coldest is Feb (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2124 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Papua New Guinea avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 317.9 sq mi (823.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.5496°N, 143.6323°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1998 | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 1,636 | 135 km |
| 2002 | BISMARCK SEA | Earthquake | 5.5 m | 4 | 83 km |
| 2018 | KADOVAR ISLAND, PAPUA NEW GUINEA | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Manam (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Manam | Stratovolcano | 1,807 m (5,928 ft) | 2020 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in |
Wewak has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 78°F in July to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (5.3").
Colleges & Universities in Wewak
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaindi Teacher's College | College | — | — |
| Reverend Maru Memorial Teachers College | College | — | — |
| Tangugo Pastoral Training Centre | College | — | — |
| Wirui Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
| Yawasoro Vocational Centre | College | — | — |
Schools in Wewak
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kreer Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kreer Heights Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hambraure Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wewak Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Yawasoro Central Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kreer SDA Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Moem Barracks Primary and Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bamesaka Business Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Perigo St. Michael's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yarapos St. Therese Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Leo Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wewak St. Mary's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mongniol Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Andrews Avet Technical Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mercy Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Brandi Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Wewak International School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wewak
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Wewak
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dagua Market | |||||
| Kreer Fish Market | |||||
| Kreer Market | |||||
| Wewak Market |
Hotels in Wewak
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wewak
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wewak
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wewak
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wewak
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wewak
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wewak
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wewak
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wewak
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wewak International Airport | WWK | Medium Airport |
| Angoram Airport | AGG | Small Airport |
| Geigorobi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hayfields Airport | HYF | Small Airport |
| Kairiru Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kapaimeri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kirinbit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kosimbi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sangera Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Sepik Plains Airport | SPV | Small Airport |
| Slai Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Timbunke Airport | TBE | Small Airport |
| Tinboli Airport | TCK | Small Airport |
| Torembi Airport | TCJ | Small Airport |
| Yagiap Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wewak
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post PNG | |
| TNT Wewak |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wewak
27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aliyah Hills Ministry | |
| Boram Catholic Church | |
| Christ the King Cathedral | |
| Church | |
| Gander Memorial SDA Church | |
| Halshadah Church | |
| Kreer Heights AOG Church | |
| Meni Beach SDA Church | |
| Moem Chapel | |
| Mururung SDA Church | |
| Nuigo SDA Church | |
| Perigo AOG Church | |
| Perigo St. Michael's Catholic Church | |
| Saint Francis Catholic Church | |
| Sawarin SDA Church | |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Church Yarapos | |
| Tangara SDA Church | |
| Wewak Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Wewak EBC Church | |
| Wewak Kingdom Hall |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Papua New Guinea
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wewak
What is the population of Wewak?
Wewak has a population of 18,230 residents and is located in Papua New Guinea. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 317.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wewak?
Wewak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.3 inches.