Weather in March in French Polynesia
Planning a journey to French Polynesia this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in French Polynesia in March?
March in French Polynesia generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 26°C in Rapa to 29°C in Tikehau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Tikehau and 23°C in Rapa.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Atuona with an average of 107 mm to heavy rainfall in Mahina with 202 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 226 hours of sunshine in Punaauia. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For specific regional insights in French Polynesia for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our French Polynesia climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in French Polynesia?
Punaauia
In March Punaauia 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 tolerable that month.
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Papeete
In March Papeete 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 tolerable that month.
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Fare
In March 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 pleasant that month.
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Papetoai
In March Papetoai 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 tolerable that month.
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Bora Bora
In March 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 tolerable that month.
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Is March the best time to visit French Polynesia?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Punaauia, March might be a good time to visit French Polynesia.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Punaauia. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have poor weather conditions.
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