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Paopao weather in May (Moorea, French Polynesia)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Paopao during May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Paopao generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 28°C, cooling down at night to around 26°C.

Precipitation

Paopao in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 229 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Paopao, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 229 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Tahiti, French Polynesia (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in French Polynesia in May

Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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