Monthly climate guide
Nouméa weather in August
August in Nouméa is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (71°F) and night-time lows near 20°C (68°F). The month usually brings about 51 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and about the same as September.
What stands out in August
- Days and nights are close, only about 2°C apart.
August is typically Nouméa's coolest month.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
20°C
68°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
73%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Nouméa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 80°F | 25°C / 77°F | 109 mm | 78% | 50% |
| February | 27°C / 81°F | 26°C / 79°F | 85 mm | 80% | 53% |
| March | 27°C / 80°F | 26°C / 78°F | 149 mm | 80% | 57% |
| April | 26°C / 78°F | 25°C / 76°F | 94 mm | 78% | 59% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 23°C / 73°F | 100 mm | 75% | 61% |
| June | 23°C / 73°F | 22°C / 71°F | 71 mm | 75% | 61% |
| July | 22°C / 72°F | 21°C / 69°F | 65 mm | 74% | 56% |
| August | 22°C / 71°F | 20°C / 68°F | 51 mm | 73% | 54% |
| September | 22°C / 72°F | 20°C / 69°F | 41 mm | 74% | 45% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 22°C / 71°F | 41 mm | 77% | 45% |
| November | 25°C / 76°F | 23°C / 73°F | 76 mm | 77% | 45% |
| December | 26°C / 78°F | 24°C / 76°F | 93 mm | 79% | 52% |
What to pack for August
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is August a good time to visit Nouméa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
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Nouméa in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Nouméa?
Yes. August is one of the best months for Nouméa, with highs around 22°C and about 51 mm of rain.
How warm is Nouméa in August?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 20°C (68°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Nouméa in August?
Nouméa typically gets around 51 mm of rain in August — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Nouméa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.