Opoa weather in May (Raiatea, French Polynesia)

Looking to travel to Opoa in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Opoa generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C.

Opoa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 224 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Opoa climate page with graphs.

 

Opoa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 224 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Bora Bora, French Polynesia (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in French Polynesia in May

Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Opoa in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Opoa.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to French Polynesia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in French Polynesia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.