The climate of Pouebo
Pouebo,
New Caledonia, experiences a tropical monsoon climate, classified as 'Am' under the Köppen climate classification. This climate type is characterized by consistently high temperatures and significant amounts of rainfall, which is apparent in Pouebo's weather profile throughout the year.
Temperatures in Pouebo range from high values of 22.8°C (73°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F), while lows vary from 18.9°C (66°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F). Moreover, the town experiences humidity levels from 74% to 79%, signifying a generally humid environment. Rainfall varies significantly, reaching a peak of 146mm (5.75") in
February and a minimum of 15mm (0.59") in
September. Days with rainfall are most frequent from
January to
March and again in
December, with January seeing the most rainy days at 23.3 days.
Wind velocities range from 13.3km/h (8.3mph) to 15.4km/h (9.6mph), with the strongest gusts recorded from
May to
July, reaching up to 21.7km/h (13.5mph). Notably, Pouebo also enjoys ample sunlight despite the high rainfall, with daylight hours ranging from 10.9 hours to 13.4 hours, and sunshine hours varying between a low of 6.1 hours in
August to a high of 10.1 hours in
October.
Cloud cover in Pouebo changes moderately throughout the year and ranges from a high of 42% in March to a low of 28% in September. Meanwhile, atmospheric pressure experiences slight variations, fluctuating between 1007.6mb to 1016.4mb yearly.
The best time to visit Pouebo
Considering the climatic data, the most suitable period to visit
Pouebo would be from
May to
October. During this period, the region sees lower rainfall, ranging from 24mm (0.94") to 44mm (1.73"), and fewer rainy days, allowing for more outdoor activities. This period also features longer daylight hours, enabling visitors to make the most of their day. Temperatures are also relatively stable, providing a comfortable environment for sightseeing.
The worst time to visit Pouebo
Based on the weather data, the least favorable time to visit
Pouebo is from
January to
March. This period often records high rainfall, with averages reaching 114mm (4.49") to 146mm (5.75"), and a large number of rainy days, which might disrupt outdoor activities. Besides, the humidity during these months can reach up to 79%, which some might find discomforting.
Spring weather in Pouebo
In
Pouebo, spring months (
September to
November) are relatively dry and comfortable. Rainfall ranges from 15mm (0.59") to 45mm (1.77"), while the number of rainy days eases to 8.2 days in September and 16.3 days by November. Temperature highs range from 23.6°C (74.5°F) to 26.1°C (79°F) while lows fluctuate between 19.5°C (67.1°F) to 22.1°C (71.8°F). The daylight duration also lengthens, from 12 hours in September to 13.1 hours in November, offering ample sunshine for outdoor activities.
Summer weather in Pouebo
In
Pouebo's summer months (
December to
February), months are generally wetter with some of the highest recorded rainfall figures; from 80mm (3.15") to 146mm (5.75"), along with increasing numbers of rainy days. Yet temperatures during this period remain warm, ranging from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F) for highs, and from 23.7°C (74.7°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F) for lows. Thus, despite the increased rainfall, the warm temperatures could still allow for some enjoyable activities.
Autumn weather in Pouebo
During autumn (
March to
May), temperature highs dip to between 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 28°C (82.4°F), while lows range from 19.3°C (66.7°F) to 23.2°C (73.8°F). Rainfall decreases significantly, transitioning from 114mm (4.49") in March to 44mm (1.73") by May, and the number of rainy days also drops. This period sees an increase in sunlight hours, thus making it more favorable for outdoor activities.
Winter weather in Pouebo
Winter in
Pouebo (
June to
August) is relatively dry with lower temperatures ranging from 22.8°C (73°F) to 23.6°C (74.5°F) for highs and 18.9°C (66°F) to 20.4°C (68.7°F) for lows. Rainfall reaches a year low in August at 24mm (0.94"), coupled with fewer rainy days. Despite being winter, the place experiences longer daylight hours and ample sunshine, which could make it an ideal period for visitors.
Weather in January
Weather in February
February follows with a similar climate to
January, although tiny modifications take place. The raised temperature reaches from 24.4°C (75.9°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F), providing the highest recorded temperature in the year and an increase in average rainfall to 146mm (5.75") is noted, the second highest throughout the year.
Weather in February » Weather in March
March continues with the warm trend, albeit with a slight dip in maximum temperature. March distinguishes itself with 24 rainfalls days on average, the highest number for the whole year. The amount of daily sunshine decreases slightly to 7.6 hours, compared to
February's 9.8 hours.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April brings a noticeable shift towards cooler average lows and a decrease in peak temperatures. A remarkable drop in average rainfall is seen, sinking down from 114mm (4.49") to 64mm (2.52"). The UV index sits at 6, lower than the previous months.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May marks the start of drier conditions in
Pouebo. Average rainfall drops to 44mm (1.73"), which, combined with the decrease in relative humidity, signifies the onset of the dry season. The temperature continues its downward trend from previous months with a lower average of 25.1°C (77.2°F).
Weather in May » Weather in June
During
June, the downward trend in temperature and rainfall continues, though at a slower rate than seen in
May. Average temperatures descend to 23.6°C (74.5°F), and rainfall is only 38mm (1.5") across 9.6 days, presenting the second driest month of the year.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, being a winter month in the southern hemisphere, sees the lowest average temperatures of the year, sinking to 22.8°C (73°F). The 27mm (1.06") of rainfall across 8.8 days reflective of the lowest monthly average. The number of daylight hours begins to increase to 11 hours, slightly brightening up the shorter days of
June.
Weather in July » Weather in August
In
August,
Pouebo's weather begins its transition out of winter. The low and high-temperature values remain steady at 22.8°C (73°F), with no significant change from
July's averages. A slight drop to 24mm (0.94") of rainfall is observed all month long, marking the driest month throughout the year.
Weather in August »Weather in September
September brings about more significant changes with temperatures starting to climb again, and the amount of sunshine increasing to 7.7 hours per day. In terms of rainfall, the precipitation is at its minimal, with only 15mm (0.59") averaged, the lowest in the whole year.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October boasts a visible hike in temperature, marking the beginning of the warmer season. Slight changes in the weather include an increase in rainfall to 33mm (1.3") and an increase in daylight hours. The hours of sunlight significantly heighten to 10.1 per day, providing more light for outdoor activities.
Weather in October » Weather in November
In
November, the temperatures continue to rise and humidity levels start to climb. A noticeable increase to 45mm (1.77") in rainfall signifies the viewpoint of the wet season. The amount of daylight extends to 13.1 hours, becoming the second longest day length in the year.
Weather in November »Weather in December
December signals the return of the tropical weather in full swing, featuring higher temperatures and humidity. An influx in average rainfall to 80mm (3.15"), the third-highest of the year, coupled with 13.4 hours of daylight, the longest of all 12 months, marks the onset of summer.
Weather in December »