Balimo Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
OPU
ICAO Code
AYBM
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Balimo Airport serves the Balimo area in Papua New Guinea. It is a small regional airstrip handling local scheduled flights and charter services, primarily supporting regional connectivity.

The airport infrastructure is basic and focused on short-haul operations rather than long-haul passenger services.

Balimo Airport
Elevation: 15 m
-8.0500, 142.9330

Getting to and From Balimo Airport #

Access is typically by road or local transport from the nearby settlement; public transport services are minimal and depend on local arrangements.

  • Rail/metro: None.
  • Buses: Not typical; local buses/services vary.
  • Taxis: Limited availability; pre-arrange where possible.
  • Ride-share: Not available.
  • Driving: Local roads provide access; conditions can vary widely depending on weather and season.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Balimo Airport #

Expect basic facilities only: a simple waiting area and restrooms. There are typically no shops, lounges or extensive passenger services.

  • Lounges: None.
  • Food & drink: Bring supplies; on-site options are minimal.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Unlikely to be available.
  • Luggage storage / showers: Not available.
  • Accessibility: Limited; notify carriers if you need assistance.

Tips for Balimo Airport #

  • Check local transport options in advance-airports in Papua New Guinea often have limited taxi services.
  • Bring mosquito repellent and cash; small airports may not accept cards and insect protection is useful in tropical climates.
  • Expect minimal passenger facilities; pack essentials (water, snacks).

Weather & Climate near Balimo Airport #

Climate

Balimo Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2673 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 44 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustOctoberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (293 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

293 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (329 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 32°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

329 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (334 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

334 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (272 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

272 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

May

May is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (287 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

287 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (195 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

195 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
11.5h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

69 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 28°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.6h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

September

September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (160 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
22° 33°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

130 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

December

December is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (284 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° 33°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

284 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight