French Polynesia

French Polynesia Weather in October

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

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Punaauia Papeete Fare Papetoai

Planning a trip to French Polynesia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in French Polynesia in October

October in French Polynesia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Rapa at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Tikehau at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Tikehau and 19°C (66°F) in Rapa.

For a closer look at conditions across French Polynesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Atuona with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to high rainfall in Rikitea with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in October. Punaauia typically receives 232 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in French Polynesia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across French Polynesia.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in French Polynesia?

Temperature range in French Polynesia (October)

Precipitation variation in French Polynesia (October)

Punaauia

In October Punaauia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Punaauia →

Papeete

In October Papeete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Papeete →

Fare

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
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 rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
127 mm (5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Fare →

Papetoai

In October Papetoai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Papetoai →

Bora Bora

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
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
240 hours
233 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bora Bora →

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In our records: French Polynesia October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in French Polynesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest October day in French Polynesia reached 37°C (99°F) in Atuona on October 31, 1977.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punaauia 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Papeete 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Fare 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Papetoai 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Tikehau 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Arue 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)

French Polynesia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in French Polynesia in October?

French Polynesia typically experiences pleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punaauia average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in French Polynesia in October?

Average temperatures in French Polynesia during October range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Punaauia.

Does French Polynesia get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in French Polynesia. Average rainfall in Punaauia sits around 120 mm (4.7 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit French Polynesia?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit French Polynesia with overall pleasant 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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