Bora Bora

Bora Bora Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bora Bora, French Polynesia in January.

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Bora Bora Vaitape Motu Tape

Considering a trip to Bora Bora, French Polynesia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Bora Bora in January

Bora Bora, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. January in Bora Bora generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Bora Bora.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bora Bora, French Polynesia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 275 mm (11 in) in Bora Bora.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Bora Bora enjoys approximately 203 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Bora Bora in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bora Bora.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bora Bora

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Bora Bora, French Polynesia?

Temperature range in Bora Bora (January)

Precipitation variation in Bora Bora (January)

Bora Bora

In January Bora Bora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
203 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
275 mm (11 in)
264 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bora Bora →

Vaitape

In January Vaitape generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
203 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
275 mm (11 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vaitape →

Motu Tape

In January Motu Tape generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
203 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
274 mm (11 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Motu Tape →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bora Bora in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bora Bora 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 275 mm (11 in)
Vaitape 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 275 mm (11 in)
Motu Tape 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 274 mm (11 in)

Bora Bora weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bora Bora, French Polynesia in January?

January in Bora Bora, French Polynesia brings poor weather. In Bora Bora, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in Bora Bora, French Polynesia in January?

Average temperatures in Bora Bora, French Polynesia during January range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Bora Bora.

Does Bora Bora, French Polynesia get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Bora Bora, French Polynesia, with Bora Bora averaging around 275 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Bora Bora, French Polynesia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Bora Bora, French Polynesia with often poor weather in Bora Bora.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Bora Bora. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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