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New Caledonia Weather

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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Reef Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️20°C
Clear skyNew CaledoniaFeels like 19° · Wind 17 km/h · Humidity 59%
UV 6 HighSunrise 06:19Sunset 17:44
Today🌦️21°15°💧4%
Wed☁️22°13°💧4%
Thu☁️23°12°💧43%
Fri☁️23°12°💧67%
Sat25°12°💧29%
Sun🌤️26°13°💧65%
Mon☁️24°14°💧53%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

New Caledonia has a tropical climate with warm, humid conditions year-round. The live forecast above shows current conditions in Nouméa. The best time to visit is during the cooler, drier winter months from June to September, when daytime temperatures sit in the low 20s Celsius.

What is the weather like in New Caledonia by month?

New Caledonia has two main seasons. The hot, humid wet season runs from November to April, with the highest rainfall in January and February. This is also cyclone season. The cooler, dry season from May to October brings mild, pleasant weather. For a full breakdown, see our Japan weather by month guide for a similar tropical comparison. For New Caledonia specifically, new caledonia weather october and new caledonia weather november mark the transition from dry to wet, with increasing humidity. New caledonia weather december and new caledonia weather january are the wettest months.

What is the forecast for New Caledonia for 10, 14, and 21 days?

For general planning, check the weather in new caledonia 10 days forecast above. Longer outlooks like new caledonia weather forecast 14 days and new caledonia weather forecast 21 days can give a broad trend but are less reliable for exact conditions, especially during the wet season when tropical systems can develop quickly. Always refer to the live forecast above for the most current data.

CapitalNouméa
Best monthsJune to September
Wettest monthsJanuary and February
Cyclone seasonNovember to April
Does New Caledonia have a cyclone season?

Yes, the official cyclone season runs from November to April. The highest risk is usually in January and February. Check the severe weather warning page for updates during this period.

Is New Caledonia humid in December?

Yes, December is the start of the wet season. Humidity is high, and you can expect frequent afternoon showers and thunderstorms. New caledonia weather december averages around 28°C with high rainfall.

What is the temperature in New Caledonia in January?

January is hot and wet. Daytime temperatures typically range from 25°C to 30°C. New caledonia weather january is the peak of the wet season, so expect regular rain and high humidity.