Tahiti weather in May (French Polynesia)
Will it be rainy or sunny in Tahiti this May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
The month of May in Tahiti typically brings high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C.
Precipitation
Tahiti in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 229 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tahiti climate page with graphs.
Tahiti, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
28°C
Water Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
121 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
78%
Sunshine
229 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in French Polynesia in May
Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tahiti.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to French Polynesia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in French Polynesia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
