Papeete weather in October (Tahiti, French Polynesia)

What does the weather outlook for Papeete look like in October? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Papeete includes high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 27°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 24°C.

Precipitation

Papeete in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 8 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 232 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures 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 October

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 26°C *  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 125 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 232 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in French Polynesia in October

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

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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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 26°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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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