Uturoa weather in December (Raiatea, French Polynesia)

What can you expect from the weather in Uturoa during December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Uturoa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C.

Uturoa in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 290 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 208 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 290 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Uturoa in December?

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 in December.

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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