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Wé, New Caledonia
Loyalty Islands · New Caledonia
Wé is a small city in Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia with a population of 10,375. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,375 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.9169°, 167.2646° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | Loyalty Islands |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.3 inches (1,556 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wé
Wé is a small city in New Caledonia (Loyalty Islands) with a population of 10,375. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Climate in Wé
Wé has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.5°C), the coldest is Aug (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1254 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1,542.9 sq mi (3,996.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.9169°N, 167.2646°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1997 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 116 km |
| 2011 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 2011 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in |
Wé has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 68°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.9") and September the driest (2.6").
Schools in Wé
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre de Formation des Îles Loyauté | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Polyvalent | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle de Wé | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire de Traput | — | — | — | — |
| École primairede Wé | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Havila | — | — | — | — |
| École de Luecila | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de We | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wé
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Wé
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wé
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wé
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wé
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wé
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wé
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lifou Airport | LIF | Medium Airport |
| Ouvéa Airport | UVE | Medium Airport |
| Tiga Airport | TGJ | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Wé
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste de We |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wé
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Catholique ne Drehu | |
| Temple de Luecila |
Quick Facts
🇳🇨 About New Caledonia
Frequently Asked Questions About Wé
What is the population of Wé?
Wé has a population of 10,375 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,542.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wé?
Wé has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.3 inches.