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Opoa Weather in January
During January, Opoa experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 26°C (79°F). January sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Opoa in January
As part of the rainy season, Opoa sees around 12 days of rain in January, with an average of 270 mm (11 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.
Temperature in Opoa in January
Opoa in January gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights stay warm at around 26°C (79°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.
Sunshine in Opoa in January
The city usually sees around 203 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite it being the rainy season.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Opoa. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Opoa Temperature in January
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
270 mm (11 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
203 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Bora Bora, French Polynesia (59 KM, 36 Miles).
Opoa Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Opoa typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).
Average temperatures in January
Historical weather records for Opoa in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Opoa spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Opoa historical weather extremes in January
Based on 26 years of weather observations in Opoa between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in January was on January 19, 2003, with a maximum of 34°C (93°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in January was 25°C (77°F), recorded on January 9, 2012.
- The coldest night in January in Opoa was on January 16, 2001, with a minimum of 22°C (72°F).
- Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 17, 2013, when 109 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in French Polynesia in January
Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of French Polynesia in January →
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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).
What to Wear in Opoa in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Opoa in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming8/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping7/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Opoa 3-Day Forecast
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