Geography of Moorea
Geography of Moorea: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Moorea
Faa'a International Airport is 15 mi to the east, Papeete is 18 mi to the east, Matira Beach is 144 mi to the north-west and Bora Bora is 145 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 17°32′19.7″S 149°49′46.2″W (-17.5388, -149.8295)
Quick facts about Moorea
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Country | French Polynesia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 17°32′19.7″S 149°49′46.2″W (-17.5388, -149.8295) |
| Known for | jagged peaks above a lagoon |
| Local time | 2:47 AM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | August |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Moorea is an island in French Polynesia. Moorea is an island known for jagged peaks above a lagoon.
Right now it is 74°F (24°C) in Moorea with clear. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 74°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Moorea is August. The climate is tropical. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 71°F.
The closest major airport is Faa'a International Airport (PPT), about 15 mi away. Nearby highlights include Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is 3.8°F above the 78°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Moorea today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Moorea 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 | 82° | 74° | 15,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 84° | 75° | 8,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 83° | 76° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 75° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 82° | 75° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 80° | 73° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 78° | 72° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 78° | 72° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 71° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 79° | 72° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 80° | 73° | 8,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 82° | 74° | 17,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Moorea?
Moorea is an island in French Polynesia. Its coordinates are -17.5388, -149.8295. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Moorea right now?
It is currently 74°F (24°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Moorea?
August offer the most comfortable conditions in Moorea, which has a tropical climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Moorea in?
Moorea observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The local time is 2:47 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Moorea?
The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 15 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Moorea?
Popular options include Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
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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 22, 2026 at 2:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
