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Thio, New Caledonia

South Province · New Caledonia

Thio is a small town in South Province, New Caledonia with a population of 2,748. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,748 Population 8/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 21°C
66.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Noumea Timezone

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About Thio

Thio

Thio is a commune in the South Province of New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France in the Pacific Ocean.

People

Population2,748
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population2,748
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates-21.6167°, 166.2167°
TimezonePacific/Noumea
Country🇳🇨 New Caledonia
State / ProvinceSouth Province
Average Temperature71°F (21°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation66.1 inches (1,679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Thio

Thio is a small town in New Caledonia (South Province) with a population of 2,748. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.

Thio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above New Caledonia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area360.9 sq mi (934.8 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-21.6167°N, 166.2167°W
TimezonePacific/Noumea

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.1"
74% above New Caledonia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 10.20"
Driest Month (Sep) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 M5.6 133 km
Feb 24, 1991 47 km S of Mont-Dore, New Caledonia M5.2 127 km
Feb 8, 2018 7 km SSW of Fayaoué, New Caledonia M4.9 105 km
Sep 18, 2012 16 km ESE of Wé, New Caledonia M4.9 143 km
Jun 29, 2021 17 km ENE of Touho, New Caledonia M4.5 126 km
Jan 17, 2009 35 km NW of Vao, New Caledonia M4.5 141 km
May 27, 2006 25 km SW of Fayaoué, New Caledonia M4.4 89 km
Feb 19, 1999 29 km SE of Mont-Dore, New Caledonia M4.2 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Dovi Category 1 164 km
2022 Ruby Category 1 135 km
2021 Niran Category 3 122 km
2020 Gretel Category 1 281 km
2018 Hola Category 2 233 km
2018 Gita Category 2 294 km
2017 Donna Category 2 128 km
2017 Cook Category 2 53 km
2012 Jasmine Category 3 274 km
2007 Becky Category 1 289 km
2006 Jim Category 1 133 km
2003 Erica Category 4 54 km
1999 Frank Category 2 45 km
1999 Dani Category 2 208 km
1997 Drena Category 3 104 km
1996 Beti Category 3 53 km
1994 Theodore Category 3 92 km
1994 Sarah Category 2 273 km
1994 Rewa Category 1 175 km
1993 Prema Category 4 236 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 8.2 in
February 76°F (25°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 76°F (24°C) 10.2 in Wettest
April 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
June 67°F (19°C) 5.1 in
July 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
August 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in Coldest
September 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Driest
October 69°F (21°C) 3.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 4.9 in
December 74°F (23°C) 5.7 in

Thio has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 65°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.2") and September the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Thio

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège de Thio
Groupe scolaire de Thio
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Radio Stations near Thio

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Gas Stations in Thio

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell Thio
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Airports Near Thio

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Tontouta International AirportNOULarge Airport
Nouméa Magenta AirportGEAMedium Airport
Canala AirportSmall Airport
Île Hugon AirstripSmall Airport
Nakutakoin Ultralight AirportSmall Airport
Oua Tom AirportSmall Airport
Ouinne Private AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Thio

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
OPT

Churches & Religious Organizations in Thio

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Saint-Philippo

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Waterfalls
1
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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 Thio

What is the population of Thio?

Thio has a population of 2,748 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 360.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thio?

Thio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.1 inches.

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