Rossel Island
Island Remote Milne Bay island with diverse coastal ecosystems
Rossel Island in Milne Bay Province is a remote coral island with traditional villages; adventurous visitors arrive by boat for local culture, fishing and coastal snorkeling.
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Tips for Visiting Rossel Island #
- Travel during the dry season (roughly May-October) when sea passages to Louisiade Archipelago islands are calmer and small-boat services are more dependable.
- Confirm transport and local permits well ahead of time-Rossel is remote with very limited infrastructure, so arrange your vessel and any village permissions via Alotau-based operators or local contacts before departure.
Best Time to Visit Rossel Island #
Visit Rossel Island in the dry season (May-October) when sea conditions and travel are most reliable and outdoor activities are easier.
Weather & Climate near Rossel Island #
Rossel Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (3241 mm/year), wettest in April.
January
January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (314 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (333 mm).
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March
March is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (312 mm).
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April
April is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (393 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (264 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (204 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (269 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Heavy rain (230 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (205 mm).
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October
October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (248 mm).
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (213 mm).
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December
December is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (256 mm).
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