Moorea

Moorea Weather in March

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

Planning a trip to Moorea, French Polynesia this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Moorea in March

Moorea, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. March in Moorea 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 Papetoai.

For a closer look at conditions across Moorea, French Polynesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

March is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 183 mm (7.2 in) in Papetoai.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Papetoai gets approximately 226 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Moorea by month

Best Places to Visit in Moorea in March

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

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Moorea, French Polynesia?

Temperature range in Moorea (March)

Precipitation variation in Moorea (March)

Papetoai

In March Papetoai 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 tolerable that month.

February
March
April
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
199 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Maharepa

In March Maharepa 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 tolerable that month.

February
March
April
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
199 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Teavaro

In March Teavaro 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 tolerable that month.

February
March
April
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
199 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Haapiti

In March Haapiti 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 tolerable that month.

February
March
April
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
199 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
246 mm (9.7 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Hauru

In March Hauru 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 tolerable that month.

February
March
April
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
199 hours
226 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Papetoai 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Maharepa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Teavaro 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Haapiti 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Hauru 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Pihaena 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)

Moorea weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Moorea, French Polynesia in March. The popular destination of Papetoai averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

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

In Papetoai, the average daytime high in March is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Papetoai records an average of 183 mm (7.2 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Moorea, French Polynesia.

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

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Moorea, French Polynesia with overall tolerable weather in Papetoai. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Papetoai. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be poor.

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