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Poum, New Caledonia
North Province · New Caledonia
Poum is a small town in North Province, New Caledonia with a population of 1,405. Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Poum
Poum is a commune in the North Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean. The small town of Poum is located in the far northwest, located on the southern part of Banare Bay, with Mouac Island just offshore. Aside from French, the native language of the Kanak inhabitants is nêlêmwa-nixumwak, an Austronesian language spoken by about 1,100 people. British fishermen came to the islands in 1855 seeking sea cucumbers, and settled and intermarried, and this is reflected in the last names of some clan members and on gravestones. In the 1850s, a hundred Europeans lived on Mouac Island and John Henry Williams established a presence on Néba island.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,405 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.2333°, 164.0167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | North Province |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.7 inches (1,873 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Poum
Poum is a small town in New Caledonia (North Province) with a population of 1,405. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 156.3 sq mi (404.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.2333°N, 164.0167°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 | — | 110 km |
| 1936 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.2 m | — | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 10.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 6.9 in |
Poum has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 70°F in July to 80°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 73.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.9") and September the driest (2.2").
Schools in Poum
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège Boaouva Kaleba | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole de Tiabet | — | — | — | — |
| École de Poum | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Poum
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Poum
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Poum
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Poum
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Poum
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Île Art - Waala Airport | BMY | Small Airport |
| Koumac Airport | KOC | Small Airport |
| Ouaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poum / Malabou Airport | PUV | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Poum
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| OPT de Poum |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Poum
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de Poum |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Poum
What is the population of Poum?
Poum has a population of 1,405 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 156.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poum?
Poum 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 70°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.7 inches.