UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Nouméa, New Caledonia 
will be up to 6.6, indicating a high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-13
With Nouméa's UV index reaching 6.6, protect your skin from harm by staying in shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
Nouméa typically has a UV index ranging from moderate to high, often reaching very high levels during the summer months, especially between November and March. This means the sun's rays can be strong and intense during the day.
The city experiences a tropical climate with warm, humid summers from November to April, featuring more rainfall. Winters, from May to October, are cooler and drier, with less rain and more comfortable temperatures, making it a pleasant season.
Compared to nearby Pacific islands, Nouméa generally has a milder tropical climate with less extreme temperatures. It tends to be wetter than some Australian coastal areas but drier than tropical rainforest regions like Papua New Guinea. Neighboring islands like Vanuatu have similar weather but often experience more frequent cyclones.
See the UV index hour by hour for Nouméa, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.