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Rikitea weather in December (French Polynesia)

Wondering what the weather is like in Rikitea during December? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

December in Rikitea generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 26°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 24°C.

Precipitation

Rikitea in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 167 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 198 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rikitea, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 167 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
SunshineSunshine 198 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in French Polynesia in December

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 this month?

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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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