Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea)

Volcano Volcanic peak on Oro Province highlands

Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea)
-9.2100, 149.0733
Access year-round but weather dependent
No formal entry fee (local guides recommended)

How to Get to Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea) #

Getting to Mount Victory usually involves flights to Lae or nearby regional airstrips, then overland travel by 4x4 and foot into Oro Province-arrange logistics, guides and permits well in advance through local operators familiar with PNG highland travel.

Tips for Visiting Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea) #

  • Altitude acclimatization is essential-plan climbs with rest days if ascending to the higher flanks.
  • Hire experienced local guides who know weather windows and glaciated sections.
  • Carry permits and inform local authorities; weather patterns can change rapidly.

Best Time to Visit Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea) #

Best attempted in the dryer months (May-September) when weather windows and visibility are more reliable.

Dry season (May-September)
May-September · -10°C-10°C (14°F-50°F) depending on elevation
More stable weather for climbing and glacier travel; reduced monsoon influence.
Wet/monsoon season (November-April)
November-April · 0°C-15°C (32°F-59°F) at lower elevations
Heavier rain, higher avalanche risk-less suitable for summit attempts.

Weather & Climate near Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea) #

Climate

Mount Victory (Papua New Guinea)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 25°C. Heavy rainfall (2693 mm/year), wettest in February.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (291 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

291 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (302 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

302 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Heavy rain (282 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°

Weather

282 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (249 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

249 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (203 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°

Weather

203 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
15° 22°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

179 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (177 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

177 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (204 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
15° 22°

Weather

204 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (226 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°

Weather

226 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

198 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (245 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°

Weather

245 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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