Polynésie française Climat and Average Météo
Climat of Polynésie française: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in Polynésie française month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 29° | 23° | 615 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| février | 30° | 24° | 401 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mars | 30° | 24° | 236 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 30° | 24° | 196 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mai | 29° | 23° | 180 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juin | 28° | 22° | 150 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juillet | 27° | 21° | 178 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| août | 27° | 21° | 109 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septembre | 28° | 21° | 186 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| octobre | 28° | 22° | 300 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| novembre | 28° | 22° | 438 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| décembre | 29° | 23° | 640 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Climat type: Tropical. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in French Polynesia
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
Climat by island in Polynésie française
2 islands mapped in this atlas
Climat by city in Polynésie française
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Meilleur moment pour visiter Polynésie française
Go in août. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: février, mars and octobre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Polynésie française
Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 28°C is in line avec the 28°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 3°C – an unusually even climate through the year.
What à pack, what à skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- dim.glasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell – 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid février, mars and octobre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
Polynésie française est un pays d’Océanie. French Polynesia est un pays d’Oceania dont la capitale est Papeete. Sa population est d’environ 280.000. La capitale est Papeete.
Actuellement, il fait 22°C (72°F) in Polynésie française avec couvert. La température ressentie est de 25°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 22°C à 28°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 100%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 7.4/10 – bonnes conditions.
La meilleure période pour visiter Polynésie française is août. Le climat est tropical. février, mars and octobre sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. mars est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 30°C, tandis que août est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 21°C.
L’aéroport principal le plus proche est Faa'a International Airport (PPT), about 5 km away. Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Bora Bora, Matira Beach and Moorea.
En termes simples. Today is about average for octobre. The forecast high of 28°C is in line avec the 28°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 6 PM à 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in French Polynesia today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about French Polynesia
| Type | Pays |
|---|---|
| Continent | Océanie |
| Continent | Océanie |
| Coordonnées | 17°33′5.8″S 149°33′30.6″W (-17.5516, -149.5585) |
| Capital | Papeete |
| Population | 280.000 |
| Area | 4.167 km² |
| ISO code | PF |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PYF |
| Currency | CFP franc (XPF) |
| Languages | French, Tahitian |
| Calling code | +689 |
| Fuseau horaire | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Heure locale | 12:34 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | août |
| Climat | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Polynésie française?
Polynésie française est un pays d’Océanie. Its coordinates are -17.5516, -149.5585. It lies in Océanie.
What is the weather like in Polynésie française maintenant?
It is currently 22°C (72°F) avec couvert. Humidité is 82% and wind is 2 km/h.
When is the best time à visit Polynésie française?
août offer the most comfortable conditions in Polynésie française, which has a tropical climate. février, mars and octobre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Polynésie française in?
Polynésie française observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The heure locale is 12:34 PM.
How many people live in Polynésie française?
Polynésie française has a population of approximately 280.000.
What is the nearest airport à Polynésie française?
The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 5 km away.
What are the top things à do in Polynésie française?
Popular options include Bora Bora, Matira Beach and Moorea.
What places are in Polynésie française?
Polynésie française covers 3 places in this atlas, including Bora Bora, Moorea and Papeete.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated octobre 23, 2026 at 12:34 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
