Papeete Klima and Average Vær
Klima of Papeete: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Papeete month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Måned | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januar | 29° | 23° | 615 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| februar | 30° | 24° | 401 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mars | 30° | 24° | 236 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| april | 30° | 24° | 196 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mai | 29° | 23° | 180 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juni | 28° | 22° | 150 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juli | 27° | 21° | 178 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| august | 27° | 21° | 109 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| september | 28° | 21° | 186 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| oktober | 28° | 22° | 300 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| november | 28° | 22° | 438 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| desember | 29° | 23° | 640 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klima type: Tropical. Kilde: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Papeete
Høyest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Papeete compares med nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Papeete.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorea | 29 km | 25°C | about the same | 2235 mm |
| Matira Beach | 258 km | 27°C | +2°C warmer | 1895 mm |
| Bora Bora | 260 km | 24°C | 1°C cooler | 1917 mm |
Klima by airport in Papeete
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Beste tid å besøke Papeete
Go in august. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: februar, mars and oktober - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Papeete
Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 27°C is in line med the 28°C typical for this month.
A 99% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Sikt is down til 2,5 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in desember til februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 3°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What til pack, what til skip
- sønglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 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 februar, mars and oktober - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammendrag
Papeete is a city in Fransk Polynesia. Papeete is known for Tahiti capital and Bora Bora transfers. Befolkningen er rundt 26.000.
Akkurat nå er det 27°C (81°F) in Papeete med heavy drizzle. Det føles som 30°C. I dag varierer temperaturen mellom 20°C til 27°C. Sannsynligheten for nedbør er 99%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.3/10 - marginalt.
Beste tidspunkt å besøke Papeete is august. Klimaet er tropical. februar, mars and oktober tend til be the least comfortable months. mars is the warmest month med average highs near 30°C, while august is the coldest med lows near 21°C.
The closest major airport is Faa'a International Airport (PPT), about 5 km away. Nearby highlights include Moorea, Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
Kort sagt. Today is about average for september. The forecast high of 27°C is in line med the 28°C typical for this month. The best window til be outside is roughly 6 PM til 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Papeete today at 9.3/10. Sikt is down til 2,5 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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 Papeete
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Land | Fransk Polynesia |
| Kontinent | Oseania |
| Koordinater | 17°33′5.8″S 149°33′30.6″W (-17.5516, -149.5585) |
| Befolkning | 26.000 |
| Known for | Tahiti capital and Bora Bora transfers |
| Lokal tid | 2:02 PM (UTC-10:00) |
| Best months | august |
| Klima | Tropical |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Papeete?
Papeete is a city in Fransk Polynesia. Its coordinates are -17.5516, -149.5585. It lies in Oseania.
What is the weather like in Papeete akkurat nå?
It is currently 27°C (81°F) med heavy drizzle. Luftfuktighet is 59% and wind is 7 km/h.
When is the best time til visit Papeete?
august offer the most comfortable conditions in Papeete, which has a tropical climate. februar, mars and oktober are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Papeete in?
Papeete observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The local time is 2:02 PM.
How many people live in Papeete?
Papeete has a population of approximately 26.000.
What is the nearest airport til Papeete?
The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 5 km away.
What are the top things til do in Papeete?
Popular options include Moorea, Matira Beach and Bora Bora.
What places are in Papeete?
Papeete covers 1 places in this atlas, including Faa'a International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Værmelding and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klima 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 september 30, 2026 at 2:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
