Climate Insights for Païta

Païta, Province Sud, New Caledonia

Hottest
February
27°C peak
Coldest
August
19°C low
Wettest
February
187mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Païta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1058mm of precipitation falls per year. Païta receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Païta 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: February, March, January. The coldest months are August, July, September, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Temperature

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 24° Feb Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Mar Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Apr Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° May Max: 24° Average: 23° Min: 22° Jun Max: 23° Average: 22° Min: 21° Jul Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Aug Max: 22° Average: 20° Min: 19° Sep Max: 22° Average: 21° Min: 20° Oct Max: 24° Average: 22° Min: 21° Nov Max: 25° Average: 24° Min: 22° Dec Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24°
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Païta has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 104mm Feb Precipitation: 187mm Mar Precipitation: 132mm Apr Precipitation: 179mm May Precipitation: 60mm Jun Precipitation: 40mm Jul Precipitation: 46mm Aug Precipitation: 66mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Oct Precipitation: 52mm Nov Precipitation: 55mm Dec Precipitation: 104mm
Precipitation

Païta is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1058mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 187mm of rainfall. April and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 33mm. That's 154mm less than February, 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 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 20km/h Mar Wind Speed: 19km/h Apr Wind Speed: 19km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 18km/h
Wind Speed

Païta is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

87 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Païta, which began on September 23, 2026. Païta 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 February at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 395mm across the season with a monthly average of 132mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 371mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 19 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 152mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 26°
Mar 26°
Apr 25°
May 23°
Jun 22°
Jul 21°
Aug 20°
Sep 21°
Oct 22°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Païta 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 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 50mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°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 Païta 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
24 °C
27 °C
18 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Feb
25 °C
27 °C
20 km/h
187 mm
0 cm
Mar
25 °C
27 °C
19 km/h
132 mm
0 cm
Apr
24 °C
26 °C
19 km/h
179 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
24 °C
18 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
23 °C
17 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Jul
20 °C
22 °C
17 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
22 °C
17 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
20 °C
22 °C
18 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
24 °C
18 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
25 °C
18 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Dec
24 °C
26 °C
18 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
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