New Caledonia Weather Forecast
New Caledonia weather: 78°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in New Caledonia?
Yes - rain is likely in New Caledonia today.
A 91% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu, Fri and Sun.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 24% of a normal October week (0,3 in against 1,2 in).
16-day forecast for New Caledonia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Oct 22 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 78° / 65° | 91% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 67° | 51% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 66° | 8% | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 81° / 67° | 53% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 84° / 66° | 33% · 0,1 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌥️ Fog | 80° / 65° | 4% | 8 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌥️ Fog | 80° / 64° | 4% | 8 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 65° | 14% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 77° / 67° | 41% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 10 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 64° | 47% | 14 mph | 10 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 63° | 20% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 63° | 17% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 10 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 64° | 27% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 83° / 67° | 22% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 68° | 18% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | -- / -- | 17% | 13 mph | 5 |
What this means for New Caledonia
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 79°F typical for this month.
A 91% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 43°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 78°F (26°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 54% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Caledonia?
August, September 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 5:41 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 October 22, 2026 at 5:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
