New Caledonia Weather Forecast
New Caledonia weather: 76°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
New Caledonia weather in May
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Climate in New Caledonia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 73° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 84° | 74° | 14,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 83° | 73° | 13,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 81° | 71° | 9,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 78° | 68° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 65° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 63° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 73° | 62° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 64° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 79° | 66° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 81° | 68° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 85° | 71° | 6,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit New Caledonia
Go in August and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
How New Caledonia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against New Caledonia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanuatu | 336 mi | 77°F | +36°F warmer | 84 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Caledonia?
New Caledonia is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -22.2758, 166.458. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in New Caledonia right now?
It is currently 76°F (25°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 63% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Caledonia?
August and November offer the most comfortable conditions in New Caledonia, which has a temperate climate. March, April and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New Caledonia in?
New Caledonia observes Pacific/Noumea (UTC+11:00). The local time is 5:10 PM.
How many people live in New Caledonia?
New Caledonia has a population of approximately 270.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
