Climate Insights for Bourail

Bourail, Province Sud, New Caledonia

Hottest
January
30°C peak
Coldest
August
15°C low
Wettest
January
197mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bourail is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1269mm of precipitation falls per year. Bourail receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bourail is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Apr Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 20° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 18° Jun Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Jul Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Aug Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Sep Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 16° Oct Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Nov Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21°
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Average
Min

Bourail sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 197mm Feb Precipitation: 195mm Mar Precipitation: 140mm Apr Precipitation: 150mm May Precipitation: 58mm Jun Precipitation: 37mm Jul Precipitation: 55mm Aug Precipitation: 64mm Sep Precipitation: 36mm Oct Precipitation: 74mm Nov Precipitation: 93mm Dec Precipitation: 171mm
Precipitation

Bourail is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1269mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 106mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 197mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 36mm. That's 161mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 13km/h May Wind Speed: 13km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 13km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 13km/h Nov Wind Speed: 12km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Bourail is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Bourail, which began on March 20, 2026. Bourail is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 15°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 16 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 203mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 563mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 18 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 348mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 15 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 156mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 25°
Mar 25°
Apr 23°
May 21°
Jun 20°
Jul 19°
Aug 19°
Sep 20°
Oct 22°
Nov 23°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Bourail is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 59mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bourail based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
30 °C
13 km/h
195 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
140 mm
0 cm
Apr
20 °C
27 °C
13 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
May
18 °C
25 °C
13 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
37 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
24 °C
13 km/h
64 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
26 °C
13 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
74 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
12 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
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