Rapa Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Rapa’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in French Polynesia.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Rapa temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 26°C in February to a pleasant 21°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 18°C in August.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Rapa by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. February, the city’s warmest month, experiences 153 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 144 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 11 days. It records 130 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in French Polynesia Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across French Polynesia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Rapa Temperatures Compared World Wide
Rapa’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Rapa’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Rapa climate page.
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