Noumea weather in December (New Caledonia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Noumea this December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Noumea in December, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 27°C, cooling down at night to around 22°C.

Precipitation

Noumea in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. This month experiences about 11 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 264 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. June, July, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While March tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Noumea climate page with graphs.

 

Noumea, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 75%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 264 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Caledonia in December

Find out more about the weather in New Caledonia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Noumea.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Caledonia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Caledonia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.