Geography of Bora Bora
Geography of Bora Bora: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Bora Bora
Moorea is 145 mi to the south-east, Faa'a International Airport is 159 mi to the south-east and Papeete is 161 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 16°30′1.4″S 151°44′29.4″W (-16.5004, -151.7415)
Quick facts about Bora Bora
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Country | French Polynesia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 16°30′1.4″S 151°44′29.4″W (-16.5004, -151.7415) |
| Known for | overwater bungalows in a turquoise lagoon |
| Local time | 10:47 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by beach in Bora Bora
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
Bora Bora is an island in French Polynesia. Bora Bora is an island known for overwater bungalows in a turquoise lagoon.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Bora Bora with overcast. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 70°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 81%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Bora Bora is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, April and December tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 71°F.
The closest major airport is Faa'a International Airport (PPT), about 159 mi away. Nearby highlights include Matira Beach and Moorea.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bora Bora today at 8.1/10. 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.
Climate in Bora Bora month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77° | 73° | 11,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 78° | 74° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 78° | 74° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 78° | 74° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 77° | 74° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 75° | 73° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 71° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 71° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 74° | 71° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 74° | 71° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 75° | 72° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 76° | 73° | 13,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bora Bora?
Bora Bora is an island in French Polynesia. Its coordinates are -16.5004, -151.7415. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Bora Bora right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bora Bora?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Bora Bora, which has a temperate climate. January, April and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bora Bora in?
Bora Bora observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The local time is 10:47 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Bora Bora?
The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 159 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bora Bora?
Popular options include Matira Beach and Moorea.
What places are in Bora Bora?
Bora Bora covers 1 places in this atlas, including Matira Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 21, 2026 at 10:47 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
