Weather in Nouvelle-Calédonie in décembre
Country-wide climate normals across 15 cities in Nouvelle-Calédonie.
How Hot Is Nouvelle-Calédonie in décembre?
Nouvelle-Calédonie's December is consistently warm — typical 27°C, with no major regional outliers.
Sunshine in Nouvelle-Calédonie in décembre
Persistent cloud and grey skies define Nouvelle-Calédonie's December: about 2.1h of sun a day in Nouméa. Daylight is in short supply too, running from 5:05 am to 6:35 pm, and most regions of the country see similar overcast conditions. Bright stretches are uncommon and brief.
Does It Rain In Nouvelle-Calédonie In décembre?
Nouvelle-Calédonie is in the heart of its rainy season: Nouméa measures 211mm of rain across 17 days in December, and the pattern repeats across nearly all regions. Persistent heavy rain, occasional thunderstorms, and saturated air define the entire country's weather.
Is Nouvelle-Calédonie Humid In décembre?
Nouvelle-Calédonie is enveloped in tropical-thick humidity through December: Nouméa averages 77%, and most of the country tracks similarly. The constant moisture makes warm temperatures feel substantially hotter, and even nights bring limited cooling. Light cotton clothing is essential.
Wind In Nouvelle-Calédonie In décembre
Nouvelle-Calédonie sees consistent breezes in December — averaging 21 kph in Nouméa, with similar windy conditions across most regions. Coastal and exposed inland cities often see considerably more, especially in the afternoons. Wind-sensitive plans should factor this in.
Cloud Cover In Nouvelle-Calédonie In décembre
Cloudy skies dominate Nouvelle-Calédonie in December — 73% cover in Nouméa, with similar overcast conditions in most regions. Direct sun is patchy and broken; expect grey stretches between brief bright moments. Coastal areas may be heavier than inland.