Tuamotu Archipelago Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia in December.

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Tikehau Manihi Fakarava

Planning a getaway to the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Tuamotu Archipelago in December

The Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia is a region in French Polynesia. December in the Tuamotu Archipelago 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 Tikehau.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Manihi with an average of 201 mm (7.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Tikehau with 251 mm (9.9 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Tikehau.

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Best Places to Visit in the Tuamotu Archipelago in December

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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 the Tuamotu Archipelago

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia?

Temperature range in the Tuamotu Archipelago (December)

Precipitation variation in the Tuamotu Archipelago (December)

Tikehau

In December Tikehau 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 unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tikehau →

Manihi

In December Manihi 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 unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Manihi →

Fakarava

In December Fakarava 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 unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fakarava →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Tuamotu Archipelago in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tikehau 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Manihi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Fakarava 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 233 mm (9.2 in)

The Tuamotu Archipelago weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia in December?

the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tikehau average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia in December?

Tikehau averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Tikehau records an average of 251 mm (9.9 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Tikehau.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Tikehau. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

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