French Polynesia

French Polynesia Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in French Polynesia in December.

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Punaauia Papeete Fare Papetoai

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 to Expect 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 (75°F) in Rapa to 29°C (84°F) in Tikehau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Tikehau and 21°C (70°F) 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 (1.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Mahina with 301 mm (12 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Punaauia.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Punaauia enjoys approximately 197 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in French Polynesia in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in French Polynesia

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in French Polynesia?

Temperature range in French Polynesia (December)

Precipitation variation in French Polynesia (December)

Punaauia

In December Punaauia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
197 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
278 mm (11 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Punaauia →

Papeete

In December Papeete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
197 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
290 mm (11 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Papeete →

Fare

In December Fare generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
283 mm (11 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Fare →

Papetoai

In December Papetoai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
209 hours
197 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
268 mm (11 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Papetoai →

Bora Bora

In December Bora Bora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
208 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
285 mm (11 in)
275 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Bora Bora →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in French Polynesia in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punaauia 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Papeete 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 290 mm (11 in)
Fare 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 283 mm (11 in)
Papetoai 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 268 mm (11 in)
Tikehau 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Arue 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 299 mm (12 in)

French Polynesia weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in French Polynesia in December?

French Polynesia typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punaauia average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in French Polynesia in December?

Punaauia averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

Does French Polynesia get a lot of rain in December?

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to French Polynesia, with Punaauia averaging around 278 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is December a Good 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.

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