Aua Island

Island Small Manus Province island with coastal villages

Aua Island in Manus Province lies among Papua New Guinea’s Admiralty Islands; visitors arrive for village visits, traditional culture and tropical reefs, typically via charter boat or small plane.

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Aua Island
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How to Get to Aua Island #

Aua is in Manus Province, reachable by boat from Lorengau on Manus Island. Sea crossings depend on weather and local schedules; visitors should arrange transport and landing permissions through local operators in Manus Province.

Tips for Visiting Aua Island #

  • Arrange boat transport from Lorengau (Manus Island) and confirm landing permissions with local village authorities.
  • Bring reef-safe sunscreen and snorkeling gear - coral reefs around Manus can be healthy but are best approached respectfully.
  • If staying overnight, coordinate with local households or guesthouses; accommodation on small PNG islands is basic and communal.

Best Time to Visit Aua Island #

The dry season (May-October) is generally the best time for transport and calmer seas.

Dry season
May-October · 24-30°C (75-86°F)
Lower rainfall and calmer seas - best for sea travel and snorkeling.
Wet season
November-April · 25-32°C (77-90°F)
Higher humidity and frequent heavy showers; seas can be rougher.

Weather & Climate near Aua Island #

Climate

Aua Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (3697 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (261 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

261 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (306 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°

Weather

306 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (334 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°

Weather

334 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Heavy rain (270 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

270 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (307 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

307 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (325 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

325 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (412 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

412 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (370 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

370 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (251 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

251 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (261 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

261 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (279 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

279 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Heavy rain (321 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

321 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

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