Weather in December in French Polynesia
Planning a getaway to French Polynesia this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in French Polynesia in December?
December in French Polynesia generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C in Rapa to 29°C in Tikehau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Tikehau and 21°C in Rapa.To explore the conditions in French Polynesia in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Atuona with an average of 46 mm to heavy rainfall in Mahina with 301 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Punaauia.Average sunshine
The city Punaauia usually sees around 197 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a more detailed look at French Polynesia's conditions throughout the year, check out our French Polynesia climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in French Polynesia?
Punaauia
In December Punaauia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Papeete
In December Papeete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fare
In December Fare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Papetoai
In December Papetoai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bora Bora
In December Bora Bora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit French Polynesia?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit French Polynesia due to the typically poor weather in Punaauia.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Punaauia. The weather in December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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