Arawa
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Suitable with normal precautions
The UK advises avoiding all but essential travel to parts of Papua New Guinea, including the Arawa area.
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- Current official alerts require extra planning
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Supply interruptions (water, electricity)
- Potential security concerns
- Limited medical facilities
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Arawa month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Arawa are typically June, July and October, with average daytime highs around 29–29°C. January is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), August the coldest (average low 24°C), and December the wettest (about 349 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.6 | 25.2 | 270 | 9.8 |
| February | 29.6 | 25.4 | 254 | 9.4 |
| March | 29.2 | 25.0 | 295 | 9.0 |
| April | 29.1 | 25.0 | 318 | 8.7 |
| May | 29.0 | 24.9 | 275 | 9.0 |
| June | 28.7 | 24.6 | 220 | 9.1 |
| July | 28.6 | 24.5 | 260 | 8.8 |
| August | 28.5 | 24.4 | 297 | 8.7 |
| September | 28.7 | 24.5 | 278 | 9.1 |
| October | 29.1 | 24.6 | 241 | 9.8 |
| November | 29.3 | 24.8 | 275 | 9.3 |
| December | 29.4 | 25.1 | 349 | 8.7 |
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01 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Arawa
Crossroads of exchange
Arawa is a town in the autonomous region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea. It sits at latitude ‑6.22977 and longitude 155.56598, home to about 40,266 residents.
This static entry does not contain day‑to‑day security data; it offers only durable orientation. For current risk levels, use the dated safety calculator that overlays live alerts onto the geographic coordinates. Local crime or health statistics are not present in the permanent record, so readers should treat the absence of evidence as a signal to seek fresh information.
Verify conditions with official sources such as the Papua New Guinea Police Force, the Bougainville Provincial Government, the Papua New Guinea National Disaster Centre, and local health clinics. Language diversity—including English (en‑PG), Hiri Motu (ho), Mehek (meu), and Tok Pisin (tpi)—can affect how advisories are communicated, so consider multiple channels.
02 · OverviewArawa, in brief
Echoes of Ocean and Land
Arawa is a town in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea. It lies at approximately ‑6.23° latitude and 155.57° longitude.
With a population of 40,266, Arawa forms a modest hub within the eastern part of the island of New Guinea. The town observes the Pacific/Bougainville time zone and conducts everyday transactions in the Papua New Guinean kina (PGK).
The linguistic landscape of Arawa reflects a layered cultural exchange. Residents commonly use English (Papua New Guinea), Hiri Motu (ho), Mehek (meu), and Tok Pisin (tpi), each language echoing distinct historical contacts—from colonial administration to inter‑island trade.
The name “Arawa” resonates beyond the town itself. In Māori tradition, Arawa names one of the canoes that carried ancestral migrants to New Zealand, and “Te Arawa” designates a confederation of Māori tribes. This shared nomenclature hints at ancient seafaring links that span the Pacific, embedding the town within a broader narrative of migration and cultural dialogue.
Administratively, Arawa falls under the jurisdiction of Bougainville’s local‑level government structures, including the Arawa Rural LLG. Though not the regional capital, its role as a focal point for commerce and communication reinforces its position as a conduit for ideas and goods across the archipelago.
| Language | Code |
|---|---|
| English (Papua New Guinea) | en‑PG |
| Hiri Motu | ho |
| Mehek | meu |
| Tok Pisin | tpi |
For a concise reference, see the Arawa entry on Wikipedia or the GeoNames record.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arawa
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01 · Q&AWhere is Arawa located and what are its coordinates?
Arawa is situated in Papua New Guinea at geographic coordinates -6.2298, 155.5660 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Arawa?
Arawa has a recorded population of approximately 40,266 and observes the Pacific/Bougainville time zone (PGK).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Arawa?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Arawa include en-PG, ho, meu, tpi, and the circulating currency is PGK.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Arawa?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Arawa, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.