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Canala, New Caledonia
North Province · New Caledonia
Canala is a small town in North Province, New Caledonia with a population of 3,538. Elevation: 354 ft (108 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Canala
Canala is a commune in the North Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,538 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.5333°, 165.9500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | North Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.4 inches (1,762 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canala
Canala is a small town in New Caledonia (North Province) with a population of 3,538. The city sits at an elevation of 354 feet (108 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.1°F |
| 30% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Area | 445.3 sq mi (1,153.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.5333°N, 165.9500°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 10.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in |
Canala has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 64°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.0") and September the driest (2.8").
Colleges & Universities in Canala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antenne Lycée Professionnel de La Foa | College | — | — |
Schools in Canala
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École de Nakéty | — | — | — | — |
| École de Canala Mission | — | — | — | — |
| École Publique de Canala | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole de Nèxo | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de Canala | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Canala
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Canala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Médiathèque de la Foa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Canala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Farino | |||||
| Marché de Sarraméa | |||||
| Petit Marché |
Gas Stations in Canala
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Canala
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Tontouta International Airport | NOU | Large Airport |
| Nouméa Magenta Airport | GEA | Medium Airport |
| Touho Airport | TOU | Medium Airport |
| Bourail - Poé Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Canala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Île Hugon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nakutakoin Ultralight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oua Tom Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ouinne Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Canala
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| OPT Canala |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Canala
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de Canala | |
| Église de Gélima | |
| Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Canala
What is the population of Canala?
Canala has a population of 3,538 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 445.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canala?
Canala enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.4 inches.