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Bourail, New Caledonia
South Province · New Caledonia
Bourail is a small city in South Province, New Caledonia with a population of 5,531. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bourail
Bourail is a commune in the South Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,531 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.5669°, 165.4974° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | South Province |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.4 inches (1,407 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bourail
Bourail is a small city in New Caledonia (South Province) with a population of 5,531. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 336.9 sq mi (872.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.5669°N, 165.4974°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1942 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 3.0 m | — | 119 km |
| 1936 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.2 m | — | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in |
Bourail has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 67°F in July to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.4") and September the driest (1.9").
Schools in Bourail
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALP de Gouaro | — | — | — | — |
| École de Musique de Bourail | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint-Joseph | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Sacré Coeur | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Professionnel Père Guéneau | — | — | — | — |
| École Saint-Joseph | — | — | — | — |
| École Louise Michel | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de Bourail | — | — | — | — |
| École Les Lys d'Eau | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bourail
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bourail
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée de Bourail |
Libraries in Bourail
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Médiathéque de Bourail | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bourail
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Bourail | |||||
| Marché de Bourail |
Hotels in Bourail
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bourail
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bourail
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bourail
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bourail
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bourail
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bourail
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bourail
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bourail
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bourail
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bourail
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Tontouta International Airport | NOU | Large Airport |
| Koné Airport | KNQ | Medium Airport |
| Bourail - Poé Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Canala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Île Hugon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mueo Airport | PDC | Small Airport |
| Oua Tom Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bourail
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| OPT de bourail |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bourail
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église du Sacré-Cœur | |
| Grande Croix Blanche |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Bourail?
Bourail has a population of 5,531 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 336.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bourail?
Bourail has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches.