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Koumac, New Caledonia
North Province · New Caledonia
Koumac is a small town in North Province, New Caledonia with a population of 3,060. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Koumac
Koumac is a commune in the North Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,060 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.5667°, 164.2833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | North Province |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,753 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Koumac
Koumac is a small town in New Caledonia (North Province) with a population of 3,060. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Climate in Koumac
Koumac has an average annual temperature of 23.8°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.9°C), the coldest is Jul (20.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 966 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 156.3 sq mi (404.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.5667°N, 164.2833°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 | — | 75 km |
| 1936 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.2 m | — | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 9.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 6.9 in |
Koumac has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.3") and September the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Koumac
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Professionel de Koumac | University | — | — |
Schools in Koumac
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège de Koumac | — | — | — | — |
| École Maternelle Les 4 vents | — | — | — | — |
| École Primaire Charles Mermoud | — | — | — | — |
| Groupe scolaire Bwadouvalan | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Koumac
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Koumac
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediatheque | 0.0 |
Hotels in Koumac
26 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Koumac
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Koumac
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Koumac
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Koumac
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Koumac
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Koumac
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Koumac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Koumac
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Koné Airport | KNQ | Medium Airport |
| Hienghène Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Koumac Airport | KOC | Small Airport |
| Mueo Airport | PDC | Small Airport |
| Ouaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poum / Malabou Airport | PUV | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Koumac
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| OPT de Koumac |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Koumac
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Sainte Jeanne d'Arc | |
| Temple protestant |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Koumac
What is the population of Koumac?
Koumac has a population of 3,060 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 156.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Koumac?
Koumac has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.