New Caledonia

New Caledonia Weather in May

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

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Noumea Koné Kuto Hienghène

Planning a trip to New Caledonia this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in New Caledonia in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Noumea to 27°C (81°F) in Kumak. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Kumak and 21°C (70°F) in Noumea.

For specific regional insights in New Caledonia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Koné with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Hienghène with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Noumea as an example - it receives around 176 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in New Caledonia in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 May for some of the most popular destinations in New Caledonia?

Temperature range in New Caledonia (May)

Precipitation variation in New Caledonia (May)

Noumea

In May Noumea generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
176 hours
157 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Noumea →

Bourail

In May Bourail generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bourail →

Koné

In May Koné generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Koné →

Hienghène

In May Hienghène generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
199 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Hienghène →

Kuto

In May Kuto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Kuto →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Noumea 25°C (77°F) 21°C (70°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Koné 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Kuto 25°C (77°F) 23°C (73°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Hienghène 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Quanaham 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Kumak 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

New Caledonia weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Caledonia in May?

Expect pleasant weather across New Caledonia in May. The popular destination of Noumea averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in New Caledonia in May?

Noumea averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

Does New Caledonia get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in New Caledonia. Average rainfall in Noumea sits around 102 mm (4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit New Caledonia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit New Caledonia with overall pleasant weather in Noumea.

Generally speaking, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Noumea. In contrast, March tends to have tolerable weather conditions.

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