Nomad Watch

About Noumea

Nouméa, New Caledonia 🌴 is a scenic coastal city with a relaxed Pacific vibe, good cafés, and a growing expat scene. It can suit digital nomads who want island life with urban comforts, though it’s pricier and more remote than many destinations. Reliable internet is usually available in the city, but planning ahead helps. ☀️💻

Through the year

Best in June (60) · now 60
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 324 mm Feb: 484 mm Mar: 250 mm Apr: 426 mm May: 104 mm Jun: 82 mm Jul: 125 mm Aug: 125 mm Sep: 101 mm Oct: 152 mm Nov: 93 mm Dec: 285 mm Jan: 29°C / 23°C Feb: 29°C / 24°C Mar: 28°C / 23°C Apr: 27°C / 22°C May: 25°C / 20°C Jun: 24°C / 19°C Jul: 23°C / 18°C Aug: 23°C / 17°C Sep: 25°C / 18°C Oct: 26°C / 19°C Nov: 27°C / 21°C Dec: 29°C / 22°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 2.1
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.2
Internet Speed 6.5
Safety 6.3
Weather 7.9
Accommodation Cost 1.8
Female Friendly 6.3
Racial Tolerance 5.7
Updated 3 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Noumea
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $724.83 per month
Coworking Space $289.93 per month
Coffee $3.87 per cup
Beer $6.77 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $14.50 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $115.97 per month
Mobile Plan $43.49 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $67.65 per month

Other cities in New Caledonia

Other cities in New Caledonia
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Bourail $3,773 4.7 Compare
2 Poindimie $3,698 4.3 Compare
3 Ile des Pins $2,759 4.3 Compare
4 Ouvea $3,398 4.2 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Bourail NC New Caledonia $3,773 4.7 Compare
2 Poindimie NC New Caledonia $3,698 4.3 Compare
3 Ile des Pins NC New Caledonia $2,759 4.3 Compare
4 Lifou NC New Caledonia $3,849 4.2 Compare

Continue exploring Noumea