New Caledonia
A lagoon large enough to be its own UNESCO site, French bakeries somehow thriving on a Pacific island, and a reef second in size only to Australia's.
The best time to visit New Caledonia is Apr–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (81°F). Local time there is 02:00 (UTC+11).
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The year at a glance
April · high 27°C · rain 267mm · 11.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Nouméa (La Tontouta), the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 212mm8.3in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| February | 30°C85°F | 275mm10.8in | 12.9h12.9h | |
| March | 29°C84°F | 157mm6.2in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| April | 27°C81°F | 267mm10.5in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| May | 25°C78°F | 84mm3.3in | 11.1h11.1h | in the recommended window |
| June | 24°C75°F | 55mm2.2in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| July | 24°C74°F | 75mm3.0in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| August | 23°C74°F | 100mm3.9in | 11.4h11.4h | |
| September | 25°C76°F | 80mm3.1in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| October | 26°C79°F | 87mm3.4in | 12.6h12.6h | in the recommended window |
| November | 27°C81°F | 71mm2.8in | 13.2h13.2h | in the recommended window |
| December | 29°C84°F | 196mm7.7in | 13.5h13.5h |
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When is the best time to visit New Caledonia?
The best time to visit New Caledonia is Apr–May, Sep–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 27°C (81°F).
How warm does New Caledonia get?
Typical daytime highs in New Caledonia are Mar–May 27°C (81°F), Jun–Aug 24°C (74°F), Sep–Nov 26°C (79°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (85°F).
Is New Caledonia expensive?
On the ground, New Caledonia is steep.
What sort of trip is New Caledonia good for?
New Caledonia is good for beach and sun holidays, nature and scenery, relaxing holidays, food and drink.
How rainy is New Caledonia?
The wettest month in New Caledonia is February at 275mm (10.8in), the driest June at 55mm (2.2in), with a monthly average of 138mm (5.4in).
What plug do I need for New Caledonia?
New Caledonia uses type C, F sockets at 220 V.
