Moorea

Moorea Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Moorea, French Polynesia in August.

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Papetoai Maharepa Teavaro Haapiti

Are you planning a trip a to Moorea, French Polynesia in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Moorea in August

Moorea, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. August in Moorea generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Papetoai.

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

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 61 mm (2.4 in) in Papetoai.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Papetoai sees around 251 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Moorea in August

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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 Moorea

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

Temperature range in Moorea (August)

Precipitation variation in Moorea (August)

Papetoai

In August Papetoai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Papetoai →

Maharepa

In August Maharepa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maharepa →

Teavaro

In August Teavaro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Teavaro →

Haapiti

In August Haapiti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Haapiti →

Hauru

In August Hauru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
251 hours
242 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hauru →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Moorea, in French Polynesia.

In our records: French Polynesia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in French Polynesia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest August night in French Polynesia dropped to 9°C (48°F) in Rapa on August 4, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Moorea in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Papetoai 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Maharepa 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Teavaro 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Haapiti 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Hauru 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Pihaena 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Moorea weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Moorea, French Polynesia in August?

Moorea, French Polynesia typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Papetoai average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Moorea, French Polynesia in August?

Average temperatures in Moorea, French Polynesia during August range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Papetoai.

Does Moorea, French Polynesia get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Papetoai averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Moorea, French Polynesia.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Moorea, French Polynesia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Moorea, French Polynesia with overall perfect weather in Papetoai. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Moorea, French Polynesia is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Papetoai. In contrast, December tends to have poor weather conditions.

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