December · France
Best time to visit Nouméa in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nouméa in December
Average temperature 26°C, 150 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.8/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 150 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Nouméa scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 150 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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.
December in Nouméa: strong conditions, 6th of 12
With 26°C (79°F) on average, December delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
150 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Nouméa — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nouméa in December?
- In December, Nouméa averages 26°C, 150 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Nouméa?
- December earns a 7.8/10 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 December?
- Expect about 150 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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