Noumea weather in May (New Caledonia)
Planning a trip to Noumea in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In May, Noumea typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 21°C.
Noumea in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 176 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, March tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Noumea climate page with graphs.
Noumea, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
21°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Water Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
102 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
77%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
176 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in New Caledonia in May
Find out more about the weather in New Caledonia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Noumea in May?
For visitors traveling to Noumea, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. 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 May.
Interested in more climate information?
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