Raiatea Weather in August

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

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Uturoa Opoa Tevaitoa

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

What to Expect in Raiatea in August

Raiatea, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. August in Raiatea 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 25°C (77°F) in Uturoa.

To explore the conditions in Raiatea, French Polynesia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 58 mm (2.3 in) in Uturoa. Going by our weather data, this month in Uturoa usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Uturoa gets approximately 248 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Raiatea 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 Raiatea

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

Temperature range in Raiatea (August)

Precipitation variation in Raiatea (August)

Uturoa

In August Uturoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
248 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Uturoa →

Opoa

In August Opoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
248 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Opoa →

Tevaitoa

In August Tevaitoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
248 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Tevaitoa →

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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 Raiatea in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Uturoa 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Opoa 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Tevaitoa 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Raiatea weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Raiatea, French Polynesia typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Uturoa average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

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

Uturoa averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 25°C (77°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Raiatea, French Polynesia during August, with Uturoa averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

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

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Raiatea, French Polynesia with overall perfect weather in Uturoa. 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 Uturoa. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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