Tahiti Weather & Climate: French Polynesia

Climate by month across Tahiti, French Polynesia, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Tahiti

When planning a visit to Tahiti in French Polynesia, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 26°C (79°F) in August up to 29°C (84°F) during the peak of March. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Punaauia, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Tahiti, the months of July, August, September and October bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 26°C (79°F) and 27°C (81°F).

When it comes to rainfall, Tahiti sees significant variations throughout the year. December tends to be the wettest, receiving 278 mm (11 in) of rain, while August is much drier with just 64 mm (2.5 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, February and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 248 mm (9.8 in) to 278 mm (11 in) monthly.

For those seeking sunshine, August usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

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Punaauia Papeete Arue Faaa Teahupoo Pirae
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Punaauia 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1815 mm (71 in) 2,686 hours
Papeete 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1881 mm (74 in) 2,686 hours
Arue 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1943 mm (76 in) 2,686 hours
Faaa 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1843 mm (73 in) 2,686 hours
Teahupoo 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1931 mm (76 in) 2,686 hours
Pirae 26°C (79°F) 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1916 mm (75 in) 2,686 hours

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