Tahiti Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tahiti, French Polynesia in May.

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Punaauia Papeete Arue Faaa

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

What to Expect in Tahiti in May

Tahiti, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. May in Tahiti generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Punaauia.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Faaa with an average of 122 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Teahupoo with 132 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Punaauia typically receives 229 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Tahiti in May

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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 Tahiti

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

Temperature range in Tahiti (May)

Precipitation variation in Tahiti (May)

Punaauia

In May Punaauia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
229 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Punaauia →

Papeete

In May Papeete generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
229 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Papeete →

Faaa

In May Faaa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
229 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Faaa →

Arue

In May Arue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
229 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Arue →

Teahupoo

In May Teahupoo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
229 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Teahupoo →

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

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tahiti in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Punaauia 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Papeete 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Arue 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Faaa 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Teahupoo 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Pirae 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Tahiti weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tahiti, French Polynesia in May?

Tahiti, French Polynesia typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Punaauia average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tahiti, French Polynesia in May?

In Punaauia, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Tahiti, French Polynesia get a lot of rain in May?

Tahiti, French Polynesia sees substantial rainfall in May. Punaauia typically averages about 122 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Tahiti, French Polynesia?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Tahiti, French Polynesia with overall pleasant weather in Punaauia. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Tahiti, French Polynesia is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Punaauia. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have poor weather conditions.

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