Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in New Caledonia with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for New Caledonia in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in New Caledonia with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 21°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in New Caledonia will be around 26°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 40% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for New Caledonia. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
New Caledonia in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
77 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 8 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit New Caledonia?
Want nice weather? Then May is a great time to be in New Caledonia. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for New Caledonia in May
With 32°C, New Caledonia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 25°C.
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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.
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Daily Temperature in May in New Caledonia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in New Caledonia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in New Caledonia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for New Caledonia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 12 days of rain in New Caledonia.
Daily UV Index in May in New Caledonia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in New Caledonia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in New Caledonia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in New Caledonia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in New Caledonia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in New Caledonia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for New Caledonia
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in New Caledonia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in New Caledonia by Month
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