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Noumea weather in December (New Caledonia)

Looking to travel to Noumea in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Noumea, December is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C.

Noumea in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 264 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 89 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 264 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Caledonia in December

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

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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 Noumea in December?

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 in December.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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