Papua New Guinea

Goroka

Goroka is a city in the highlands of Papua New Guinea, connected to other highland towns via the Highlands Highway. It makes a good base for exploring the highland region.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Gateway airport: Goroka Airport (GKA)
Best season: Jan, Jun–Aug
Time zone: Pacific/Port_Moresby
Sights covered: 1 place

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Temples & religious sites

Roman Catholic Diocese of Goroka

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Goroka, located in Goroka, is a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Mount Hagen. It was established as an apostolic vicariate in 1959 and elevated to a diocese in 1966.

Average temperature by month

5-year average

18° Jan

18° Feb

18° Mar

18° Apr

18° May

17° Jun

17° Jul

17° Aug

17° Sep

18° Oct

18° Nov

18° Dec

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