Ambitle

Island Volcanic island in New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea

Ambitle is a volcanic island off New Ireland with reefs, village settlements and a rugged interior; divers and boaters visit for coral gardens and local village life.

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Ambitle
-4.0809, 153.6215

How to Get to Ambitle #

Reach Ambitle via sea from the main towns of New Ireland Province, typically from Kavieng. Charter boats are the usual means of inter-island transport; schedule and conditions depend on weather.

Tips for Visiting Ambitle #

  • Coordinate with operators in Kavieng (New Ireland) for boat charters and local guidance; inter-island travel is irregular.
  • Respect volcanic terrain: loose volcanic rock and humid conditions make footing tricky.
  • If visiting for diving, check with local operators about reef conditions and currents.

Best Time to Visit Ambitle #

Dry season (May-October) is the more practical time for visits and marine activities.

Dry season
May-October · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Calmer weather and better sea conditions for boat travel and diving.
Wet season
November-April · 25-31°C (77-88°F)
Higher rainfall and rougher seas; less reliable for travel.

Weather & Climate near Ambitle #

Climate

Ambitle's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (3373 mm/year), wettest in August.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (252 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

252 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (207 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

207 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (263 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

263 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (273 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

273 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (255 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

255 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (285 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

285 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (399 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

399 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (416 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°

Weather

416 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (284 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

284 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (230 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

230 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (221 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

221 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (288 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

288 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

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