Moorea

Moorea Weather in October

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

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

What to Expect in Moorea in October

Moorea, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. October in Moorea generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Papetoai.

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

Precipitation

October is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 115 mm (4.5 in) in Papetoai.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Papetoai enjoys approximately 232 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Moorea by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Moorea — and find the best time to visit. (based on Papetoai)

Best Places to Visit in Moorea in October

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

Temperature range in Moorea (October)

Precipitation variation in Moorea (October)

Papetoai

In October Papetoai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Maharepa

In October Maharepa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Teavaro

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

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Haapiti

In October Haapiti generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Hauru

In October Hauru generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
232 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: French Polynesia October extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest October day in French Polynesia reached 37°C (99°F) in Atuona on October 31, 1977.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Papetoai 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Maharepa 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Teavaro 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Haapiti 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Hauru 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Pihaena 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Moorea weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Moorea, French Polynesia in October. The popular destination of Papetoai averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Papetoai peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in October, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Papetoai typically receives notable rainfall in October, about 115 mm (4.5 in) on average across Moorea, French Polynesia.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Moorea, French Polynesia with overall pleasant weather in Papetoai. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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 month of December tends to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Moorea.

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