Noumea weather in March (New Caledonia)

Interested in knowing the climate of Noumea in March? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In March, Noumea tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 28°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 23°C.

Precipitation

Noumea in March usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 183 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense showers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 198 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Noumea. 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 March

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Water Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 183 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 79%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 198 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Caledonia in March

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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