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Papeete weather in December (Tahiti, French Polynesia)

What does the weather outlook for Papeete look like in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The monthly weather conditions in Papeete for December typically bring high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

Precipitation

Papeete in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 290 mm for the month. During this month, the rain comes down heavily. A poncho is essential for staying dry. You can expect rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 197 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

Average water temperature in December

The water maintains 27°C, creating perfectly comfortable conditions. Many visitors find this temperature range perfect for swimming.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Papeete. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit French Polynesia, check out our Papeete's climate page.

Papeete, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 290 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Tahiti, French Polynesia (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Where to go in French Polynesia in December

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).

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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
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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