August · France
Best time to visit Nouméa in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nouméa in August
Average temperature 21°C, 88 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 88 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Nouméa scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 88 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nouméa is New Caledonia's French capital, ringed by a lagoon with city beaches and an offshore lighthouse.
August in Nouméa — middling scores, decent value
With 21°C (71°F) on average, August delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
Budget for roughly 88 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Nouméa — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nouméa in August?
- In August, Nouméa averages 21°C, 88 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Nouméa?
- August earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nouméa in August?
- Expect about 88 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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