Atiha weather in December (Moorea, French Polynesia)

How is the weather in Atiha in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Atiha generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C.

Atiha in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 265 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. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 197 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Atiha. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Atiha, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 265 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Tahiti, French Polynesia (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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 Atiha 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. 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 in December.

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

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