Noumea weather in January (New Caledonia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Noumea this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Noumea includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 28°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 23°C.

Precipitation

Noumea in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. On average, there are about 14 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 239 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, March tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Noumea, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 239 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Caledonia in January

Find out more about the weather in New Caledonia and which places have the best travel 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 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 26°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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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