Weather in August
August in
New Caledonia signifies the tail end of the winter season, with the climate gradually starting to warm up. The influence of the Tropical Monsoon climate remains minimal during this period, but the signs of its return start to become evident towards the end of the month. Average temperatures rise slightly to between 20°C and 23°C, marking the beginning of the transition to the warmer spring season. Coastal cities such as Nouméa and Bourail follow a similar pattern, with slightly warmer temperatures due to their seaside locations.
Humidity in August remains relatively low, maintaining the comfortable climate. However, towards the end of the month, humidity levels start to increase gradually. Rainfall in August continues to be low, with precipitation levels ranging from 40mm to 70mm. The rainfall events are sporadic and typically occur in the form of light showers during late afternoon or evening.
Compared to
July, August sees a slight increase in temperature, signaling the transition from winter to spring. Moving into
September, the warming trend continues, with a more noticeable increase in both temperature and rainfall as the influence of the Tropical Monsoon climate begins to strengthen.
August's weather conditions make it ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities. The mild temperatures combined with low rainfall create an excellent environment for exploring the diverse landscapes of New Caledonia. Water temperatures in the sea start to rise, making water-based activities increasingly appealing. Clear skies and low humidity levels continue to provide good visibility for sightseeing and photography, making August a popular time for visitors.
- Noumea - August »
The months with the coldest seawater in Noumea are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 22.8°C. August and September, with an average sea temperature of 22.8°C, are months with the coldest seawater in Noumea. - Mont-Dore - August »
The months with the lowest humidity in Mont-Dore are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%. In Mont-Dore in August, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 44mm of accumulated precipitation. - Dumbea - August »
The months with the lowest humidity in Dumbea are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%. July and August, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Dumbea. - Tadine - August »
The month with the coldest seawater in Tadine is August, with an average sea temperature of 23°C. The month with the coldest seawater in Tadine is August, with an average sea temperature of 23°C. - Poindimie - August »
The month with the coldest seawater in Poindimie is August, with an average sea temperature of 23.4°C. In Poindimie during August, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm of precipitation. - Kone - August »
In Kone, in August, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 31mm of accumulated precipitation. August is the month with the lowest UV index in Kone with an average maximum UV index of 5. - Houailou - August »
With an average sea temperature of 23.3°C, August is the month with the coldest seawater in Houailou, New Caledonia. The months with the least sunshine in Houailou are April, July and August, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine. - La Foa - August »
The temperature in La Foa hits its lowest levels in July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 21.9°C. The months with the least sunshine in La Foa are April, July and August, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine. - Voh - August »
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of August, in Voh, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:51 +11. - Isle of Pines - August »
On the first day of August in Isle of Pines, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:29. In August, the average sea temperature in Isle of Pines is 23°C. - Mare - August »
August and September, with an average sea temperature of 23°C, are months with the coldest seawater in Mare, New Caledonia. August and September, with an average sea temperature of 23°C, are months with the coldest seawater in Mare.
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