What’s the climate like in New Caledonia?
The current climate of New Caledonia features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 31°C during the day to lows of 25°C. The average yearly temperature is around 28°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 17°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
The highest temperature recorded in New Caledonia in recent years was 38°C in February 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 20°C in August 2018.
On average, New Caledonia receives 1242 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in New Caledonia runs from November to April.
The climate of New Caledonia is based on weather data from Nouméa. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in New Caledonia for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit New Caledonia?
The best time to visit New Caledonia for sunny weather is March and May through November. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit New Caledonia. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of New Caledonia
The climate table of New Caledonia shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 29 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 23 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 154 | 138 | 80 | 288 | 77 | 35 | 52 | 72 | 49 | 75 | 43 | 179 |
| UV Index | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 28°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in February
- Lowest temperature: 25°C in June, July, August and September
- Precipitation: 1242 mm per year, averaging 104 mm per month
- Driest months: 35 mm in June, 43 mm in November and 49 mm in September
- Wettest months: 288 mm in April, 179 mm in December and 154 mm in January
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Average Temperature per Month in New Caledonia
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in New Caledonia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in New Caledonia
This graph shows how much precipitation New Caledonia gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in New Caledonia
This graph shows the average UV index per month in New Caledonia. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in New Caledonia
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in New Caledonia. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in New Caledonia
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in New Caledonia over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in New Caledonia
The weather in New Caledonia is rated an average of 3,7 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to New Caledonia? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The temperature was not oppressive, which was comfortable for a variety of outdoor activities. The weather certainly adds to the beauty of this island.— This text is automatically translated to English
The weather was pleasant: moderate temperatures and many sunny days. Sometimes it rains, but mostly it passes quickly. Not as humid as other tropical countries.— This text is automatically translated to English
November was mostly pleasant in New Caledonia, with occasional heavy rainfall. Temperatures fluctuated between 24 and 28 degrees. Humidity and tropical thunderstorms are to be expected.— This text is automatically translated to English
However, the humidity can be too high. Still, I will definitely come back!— This text is automatically translated to English
Surprisingly warm, a constant light breeze kept us cool. It rained sometimes, but mostly at night. Absolutely highly recommended!— This text is automatically translated to English
February in New Caledonia was disappointing weather. Despite warm temperatures, there was a lot of rain and high humidity. Ideal for nature lovers, but less so for sun worshippers.— This text is automatically translated to English
July in New Caledonia was pleasantly warm and sunny, with occasional refreshing showers. The humidity was also acceptable, so I felt at ease while exploring the island.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in New Caledonia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for New Caledonia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
