Papeete weather in August (Tahiti, French Polynesia)

Wondering what the weather is like in Papeete during August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Papeete during August to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 26°C. At night, it falls to around 24°C.

Precipitation

Papeete in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 251 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Papeete.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Papeete, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 25°C *  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 251 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Tahiti, French Polynesia (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in French Polynesia in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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. With a water temperature of around 25°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

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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