March weather forecast
New Caledonia

March signals the onset of autumn in New Caledonia and with it comes a gradual shift from the hot, wet summer season. However, the Tropical Monsoon climate's influence continues, maintaining average temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F). These temperatures, while slightly lower than the peak summer months, are still quite warm, particularly in the lowland areas and coastal regions.

In the main cities of Nouméa and Bourail, March sees a decrease in both temperature and humidity. This slight cooling effect makes the heat more tolerable, with the perceived temperature often being lower than during the summer months.

Rainfall begins to decrease as the influence of the northwest monsoon winds starts to wane. March witnesses an average precipitation of 80mm (3.15") to 120mm (4.72"), with rainfall events becoming less frequent and more sporadic towards the end of the month. Despite this, occasional heavy showers may still occur, typically during the afternoon or evening.

Compared to February, March experiences a significant reduction in both temperature and rainfall as the region transitions to the cooler and drier autumn season. Looking ahead to April, the cooling trend continues, and rainfall decreases further, marking a distinct change from the hot and wet conditions of the summer months.

The slight decrease in temperature and rainfall in March makes it a more pleasant time for outdoor activities. The warmth is still conducive to water sports and beach visits, while the reduced rainfall results in fewer interruptions to plans. March also marks the start of the season when the landscape begins to transition, offering a unique opportunity to witness New Caledonia's flora adapting to the changing climate.

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• Noumea - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Noumea is March, when the rain falls for 23.7 days and typically aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation. On the first day of March sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:22.
• Mont-Dore - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Mont-Dore is March, when the rain falls for 23.7 days and typically aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation. In Mont-Dore during March, the rain falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation.
• Dumbea - March »
  As Dumbea welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. The months with the highest humidity in Dumbea are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
• Tadine - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Tadine is March, when the rain falls for 20.6 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. In Tadine during March, the rain falls for 20.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.
• Poindimie - March »
  The months with the highest humidity in Poindimie are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 81%. March in Poindimie, New Caledonia offers a continued tropical feel with the humidity index at a peak for the year.
• Kone - March »
  The months with the highest humidity in Kone are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 81%. In Kone, during March, the rain falls for 24.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.
• Houailou - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Houailou is March, when the rain falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation. With an average relative humidity of 80%, March is the most humid month in Houailou, New Caledonia.
• La Foa - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in La Foa, New Caledonia, is March, when the rain falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation. In March, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
• Voh - March »
  In March, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F). With an average relative humidity of 79%, March is the most humid month in Voh, New Caledonia.
• Isle of Pines - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Isle of Pines is March, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation. February and March, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Isle of Pines.
• Mare - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Mare is March, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 231mm (9.09") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Mare, New Caledonia, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:15.