Uturoa weather in December (Raiatea, French Polynesia)

Is December a good time to explore Uturoa weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

December in Uturoa generally includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C.

Precipitation

Uturoa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 290 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 208 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Uturoa. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Uturoa climate page with graphs.

 

Uturoa, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 290 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bora Bora, French Polynesia (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in French Polynesia in December

Find out more about the weather in French Polynesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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