Climate of Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia
Area-weighted average across Loyalty Islands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Loyalty Islands, a subdivision of New Caledonia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.9°C / 67.8°F in August to 26°C / 78.8°F in February, with rainfall from 64 mm / 2.5 in to 237 mm / 9.3 in depending on the season (1526 mm / 60.1 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.7°C78.3°F | 194 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 26°C78.8°F | 201 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.5°C77.9°F | 237 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 24.2°C75.6°F | 137 mm5.4″ | Tropical |
| May | 22.6°C72.7°F | 103 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 21.2°C70.2°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| July | 20.1°C68.2°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 19.9°C67.8°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| September | 20.9°C69.6°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 22.1°C71.8°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| November | 23.4°C74.1°F | 114 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 24.8°C76.6°F | 123 mm4.8″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Loyalty Islands?
Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is September at 64 mm / 2.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Loyalty Islands?
Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.9°C / 67.8°F in August to 26°C / 78.8°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1526 mm / 60.1 in, with the wettest month being March (237 mm / 9.3 in) and the driest September (64 mm / 2.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Loyalty Islands?
The hottest month in Loyalty Islands is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 26°C / 78.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Loyalty Islands?
The coldest month in Loyalty Islands is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.9°C / 67.8°F.
When does it rain most in Loyalty Islands?
The wettest month in Loyalty Islands is March, averaging about 237 mm / 9.3 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 64 mm / 2.5 in.