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Ponérihouen, New Caledonia
North Province · New Caledonia
Ponérihouen is a small town in North Province, New Caledonia with a population of 2,739. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ponérihouen
Ponérihouen is a commune in the North Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,739 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.0833°, 165.4000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | North Province |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ponérihouen
Ponérihouen is a small town in New Caledonia (North Province) with a population of 2,739. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.2°F |
| 34% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 267.6 sq mi (693.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.0833°N, 165.4000°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 | — | 68 km |
| 1936 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.2 m | — | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 6.0 in |
Ponérihouen has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 67°F in August to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (12.0") and September the driest (2.4").
Schools in Ponérihouen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire de Ponérihouen | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle de Ponérihouen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ponérihouen
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Ponérihouen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mediathèque de Poindimié | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ponérihouen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Houailou |
Monuments in Ponérihouen
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ponérihouen
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ponérihouen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ponérihouen
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Koné Airport | KNQ | Medium Airport |
| Touho Airport | TOU | Medium Airport |
| Bourail - Poé Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Canala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hienghène Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mueo Airport | PDC | Small Airport |
| Oua Tom Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ponérihouen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| OPT Ponérihouen |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ponérihouen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| temple |
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What is the population of Ponérihouen?
Ponérihouen has a population of 2,739 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 267.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ponérihouen?
Ponérihouen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.