Wamena Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code

WMX

ICAO Code

WAVV

Airport Type

Medium Airport

Class

Unknown

Wamena Airport is a remote regional airport in the Baliem Valley (Papua, Indonesia) serving Wamena town and nearby highland communities. It operates from a single passenger terminal and predominantly handles domestic flights.

Getting to and From Wamena Airport #

Local transport between the airport and town is short-taxis and local transport are used for transfers. Because the airport serves a remote, highland area, travel times into town are typically under 15 minutes.

Taxis / local transport: Short trips into Wamena town; road conditions can vary.
Private pickups / hotel transfers: Common and recommended, especially for odd-hour arrivals.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Wamena Airport #

Facilities are utilitarian: flight counters, a few kiosks and basic seating. Expect limited retail and refreshment options.

Lounges: None.
Food & drink: Minimal; bring snacks for delays.
Wi‑Fi / charging: Typically limited or unavailable-bring power banks.
Accessibility: Basic; request assistance from airline or airport staff in advance.

Tips for Wamena Airport #

Highland weather affects flights. Wamena is in a mountainous region-expect weather-related delays and reduced frequencies.
Prepare for limited services. Facilities and shops at the airport are basic; bring snacks and essentials.
Cash-only vendors. ATMs may be scarce-carry sufficient local currency for ground transport and purchases.

Weather & Climate near Wamena Airport #

Climate

Wamena Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 27°C. Heavy rainfall (2055 mm/year), wettest in March.

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

JuneMayJuly

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

21°

Warmest Month

3°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (205 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 27°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

205 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (227 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

227 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (229 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

229 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

12.0h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (201 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

201 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

11.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

150 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.9

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

121 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

11.7h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

14° – 25°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

133 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

14° – 25°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

142 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.8

UV Index

Very High

11.9h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

15° – 26°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

150 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

14° – 26°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

158 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.1h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 27°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

158 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.2h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

15° – 27°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

181 mm

Rainfall

1.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.2

UV Index

Extreme

12.3h daylight