Nouméa weather
At 5:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 19°C (67°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Aug–Nov. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Nouméa, South Province, New Caledonia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 96%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Aug–NovOff season Mar
About Nouméa weather
Is it raining in Nouméa right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 19° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM (4.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Nouméa this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–28° and lows of 18–21°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Monday.
Has it been raining in Nouméa lately?
In the past 7 days, Nouméa had 3 rainy days and 12.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Nouméa?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Nouméa weather by month
When is the best time to visit Nouméa?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Nouméa is Aug–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 22°C (71°F) in August to 27°C (81°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Nouméa?
March is the wettest month, with about 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain on average. October is the driest, with about 41 mm (1.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Nouméa?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 26°C (78°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 22°C (71°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F).
Does Nouméa have a rainy season?
Yes. Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Aug–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Nouméa?
The sea is warmest in January at about 28°C (82°F) and coolest in August at about 22°C (72°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Year-round.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months