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Bora Bora weather in December (Bora Bora, French Polynesia)

Looking to travel to Bora Bora in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Bora Bora generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C.

Bora Bora in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 285 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 208 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bora Bora. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bora Bora climate page with graphs.

 

Bora Bora, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 285 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in French Polynesia in December

Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Bora Bora in December?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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