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Hienghène weather in December (New Caledonia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Hienghène during December? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

December in Hienghène generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. You can expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach around 28°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 22°C.

Precipitation

Hienghène in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 255 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and March tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Hienghène, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 255 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kumak, New Caledonia (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in New Caledonia in December

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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Caledonia, check out our Hienghène's climate page.

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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