Country in Oceania

Current Local Time in French Polynesia

Current local time and time zone in French Polynesia, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

🌦️ 81°F now🕔 12:27 PM local📅 Best: August👥 280.000

Current local time in French Polynesia

12:27 PM
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time zonePacific/Tahiti
UTC offsetUTC-10:00
UTC now10:27 PM
Sunrise5:37 AM
Sunset5:55 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise5:37 AM
Sunset5:55 PM
Daylight12h 18m
Solar noon11:46 AM
Golden hour (am)5:37 AM - 6:37 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:55 PM - 5:55 PM
Blue hour (am)5:07 AM - 5:37 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:55 PM - 6:25 PM
Moon phase🌗 Last quarter · 42%
Moonrise1:15 AM
Moonset12:45 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about French Polynesia

TypeCountry
ContinentOceania
ContinentOceania
Coordinates17°33′5.8″S 149°33′30.6″W (-17.5516, -149.5585)
CapitalPapeete
Population280.000
Area1.609 sq mi
ISO codePF
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3PYF
CurrencyCFP franc (XPF)
LanguagesFrench, Tahitian
Calling code+689
Time zonePacific/Tahiti
Local time12:27 PM (UTC-10:00)
Best monthsAugust
ClimateTropical

Local time by island in French Polynesia

2 islands mapped in this atlas

Local time by city in French Polynesia

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Summary

French Polynesia is a country in Oceania. French Polynesia is a country in Oceania with its capital at Papeete. It has a population of about 280.000. The capital is Papeete.

Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in French Polynesia with light drizzle. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 65°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit French Polynesia is August. The climate is tropical. February, March and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 69°F.

The closest major airport is Faa'a International Airport (PPT), about 3 mi away. Nearby highlights include Bora Bora, Matira Beach and Moorea.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 82°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. fishing is the strongest bet in French Polynesia today at 8.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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Coordinates: 17°33′5.8″S 149°33′30.6″W (-17.5516, -149.5585)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is French Polynesia?

French Polynesia is a country in Oceania. Its coordinates are -17.5516, -149.5585. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in French Polynesia right now?

It is currently 81°F (27°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 57% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit French Polynesia?

August offer the most comfortable conditions in French Polynesia, which has a tropical climate. February, March and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is French Polynesia in?

French Polynesia observes Pacific/Tahiti (UTC-10:00). The local time is 12:27 PM.

How many people live in French Polynesia?

French Polynesia has a population of approximately 280.000.

What is the nearest airport to French Polynesia?

The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 3 mi away.

What are the top things to do in French Polynesia?

Popular options include Bora Bora, Matira Beach and Moorea.

What places are in French Polynesia?

French Polynesia covers 3 places in this atlas, including Bora Bora, Moorea and Papeete.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 October 4, 2026 at 12:27 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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