New Caledonia

New Caledonia Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New Caledonia in December.

Thinking about venturing to New Caledonia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in New Caledonia in December

December in New Caledonia generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C (79°F) in Kuto to 30°C (86°F) in Koné. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Koné and 24°C (75°F) in Kuto.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of New Caledonia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kuto with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Hienghène with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Noumea typically receives 264 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore New Caledonia by month

Best Places to Visit in New Caledonia in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New Caledonia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in New Caledonia

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in New Caledonia?

Temperature range in New Caledonia (December)

Precipitation variation in New Caledonia (December)

Noumea

In December Noumea generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
264 hours
239 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Bourail

In December Bourail generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Koné

In December Koné generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Hienghène

In December Hienghène generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
255 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Kuto

In December Kuto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New Caledonia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Noumea 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Koné 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Kuto 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Hienghène 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Quanaham 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Kumak 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

New Caledonia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Caledonia in December?

In December, New Caledonia generally has perfect weather conditions. Noumea sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

What is the average temperature in New Caledonia in December?

Daytime temperatures in Noumea peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in December, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does New Caledonia get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in New Caledonia. Noumea averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit New Caledonia?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to New Caledonia. Typically, the climate in Noumea is perfect.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Noumea. On the other hand, the month of March tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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