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Dyaul Island

Island

Off New Ireland, Dyaul Island hosts coastal villages, reef systems and small farms; visitors arrive for reef snorkeling, village culture and remote island scenery.

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Dyaul Island essentials

Admission: Variable (local boat/charter fees)
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About Dyaul Island

Dyaul Island is an island in New Ireland Province of Papua New Guinea. It forms part of the chain of islands off the main New Ireland landmass and supports local village communities.

The island environment includes tropical coastal vegetation and nearshore marine areas used for fishing and small-scale agriculture. Access is typically by local boat services from larger population centres in New Ireland.

Dyaul sits within the tropical island geography of northeastern Papua New Guinea and is one of many small populated islands that make up the province.

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Dyaul Island

May-October for the most reliable sea conditions and clear water.

Dry season
May-October · 24-30°C
Calm seas and optimal diving/snorkelling conditions.
Wet season
November-April · 25-32°C
Higher rainfall and occasional rough seas; fewer visitors and lush vegetation.

Weather & Climate near Dyaul Island

Climate

Dyaul Island'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 (3215 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 22° - 28° 25° 367 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
February - 23° - 29° 26° 327 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
March - 23° - 29° 26° 385 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
April - 23° - 29° 26° 337 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
May - 23° - 29° 26° 247 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
June - 23° - 28° 25° 197 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
July - 23° - 28° 25° 177 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
August - 23° - 28° 25° 160 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
September - 23° - 28° 26° 143 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
October - 23° - 29° 26° 215 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
November - 23° - 29° 26° 281 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
December - 23° - 28° 26° 379 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Dyaul Island

Dyaul is reached by boat from Kavieng (New Ireland’s provincial capital). Regularness of service varies; charter boats and local skiffs are typical. Flights to Kavieng operate from Port Moresby and other regional centres.

Tips for Visiting Dyaul Island

  • Arrange transfers from Kavieng in advance; small boats are the normal means of access and schedules depend on weather.
  • Bring cash and basic supplies - services on the island are limited and shops may be infrequent.
  • If diving, hire a local guide who knows the channels and currents around the island.