Mild
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
May verdict
New Caledonia in May
Weather score67Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 103mm, so some wet days are possible.
May weather
Monthly averages
Temp
26°C
Rain
103mm
Sun
4.8h
Sea
26°C
Weather score
67
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 103mm, so some wet days are possible.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 26°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare New Caledonia with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
May26°C average high
May is close to New Caledonia's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
May103mm average rain
May sits near New Caledonia's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsMay and July to November
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
May4.8 hours average sun
May is below New Caledonia's yearly sunshine average, so bright-day planning is less reliable than in peak months.
Brightest monthsJanuary and September to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
May26°C average sea
May is close to New Caledonia's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming comfort is fairly typical.
Warmest seaJanuary to April
Sea temperatures are usually near 27°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
May67 weather score
May sits close to New Caledonia's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsApril and October to December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
