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Sarraméa, New Caledonia

South Province · New Caledonia

Sarraméa is a small town in South Province, New Caledonia with a population of 623. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

623 Population 2/sq mi density
902 ft Elevation 275 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
69.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Noumea Timezone

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People

Population623
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain69.4 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Population623
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates-21.6500°, 165.8500°
TimezonePacific/Noumea
Country🇳🇨 New Caledonia
State / ProvinceSouth Province
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation69.4 inches (1,762 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sarraméa

Sarraméa is a small town in New Caledonia (South Province) with a population of 623. The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet (275 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.

Sarraméa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 902 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above New Caledonia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area336.9 sq mi (872.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-21.6500°N, 165.8500°W
TimezonePacific/Noumea

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.4"
83% above New Caledonia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.00"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 29, 2021.

Dec 3, 1990 53 km SSE of Mont-Dore, New Caledonia M5.6 148 km
Feb 24, 1991 47 km S of Mont-Dore, New Caledonia M5.2 141 km
Feb 8, 2018 7 km SSW of Fayaoué, New Caledonia M4.9 124 km
Jun 29, 2021 17 km ENE of Touho, New Caledonia M4.5 109 km
May 27, 2006 25 km SW of Fayaoué, New Caledonia M4.4 107 km
Feb 19, 1999 29 km SE of Mont-Dore, New Caledonia M4.2 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

27 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Dovi Category 1 191 km
2022 Ruby Category 1 166 km
2021 Niran Category 3 96 km
2020 Gretel Category 1 243 km
2018 Hola Category 2 259 km
2017 Donna Category 2 153 km
2017 Cook Category 2 17 km
2012 Jasmine Category 3 292 km
2006 Jim Category 1 160 km
2003 Erica Category 4 62 km
1999 Frank Category 2 17 km
1999 Dani Category 2 243 km
1997 Drena Category 3 69 km
1996 Beti Category 3 28 km
1994 Theodore Category 3 107 km
1994 Rewa Category 1 138 km
1993 Prema Category 4 269 km
1993 Polly Category 2 279 km
1992 Fran Category 4 242 km
1992 Esau Category 2 40 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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

Sarraméa 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").

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Radio Stations near Sarraméa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Sarraméa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Médiathèque de la Foa0.0

Farmers Markets in Sarraméa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché de Farino
Marché de Sarraméa
Petit Marché

Hotels in Sarraméa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Evasion

Restaurants in Sarraméa

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aux Délices des Jumelles
Restaurant Evasion
Table d'hôte "Mamie FOGLIANI"

Airports Near Sarraméa

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Tontouta International AirportNOULarge Airport
Nouméa Magenta AirportGEAMedium Airport
Bourail - Poé AirportSmall Airport
Canala AirportSmall Airport
Île Hugon AirstripSmall Airport
Nakutakoin Ultralight AirportSmall Airport
Oua Tom AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Sarraméa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mairie de Sarraméa

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarraméa

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Noumea

🇳🇨 About New Caledonia

Capital Noumea
Population 284,060
Area 19,060 km²
GDP (USD) $9,769,167,530
GDP per capita $33,702
HDI 0.830
Life expectancy 78.8 years
Urban population 67.8%
Currency XPF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +687
TLD .nc
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sarraméa

What is the population of Sarraméa?

Sarraméa has a population of 623 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 336.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sarraméa?

Sarraméa 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.

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