Island in French Polynesia

Current Local Time in Bora Bora

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

☁️ 71°F now🕔 7:27 PM local📅 Best: July and August

Current local time in Bora Bora

7:27 PM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zonePacific/Tahiti
UTC offsetUTC-10:00
UTC now5:27 AM
Sunrise6:20 AM
Sunset5:59 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:20 AM
Sunset5:59 PM
Daylight11h 39m
Solar noon12:09 PM
Golden hour (am)6:20 AM - 7:20 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:59 PM - 5:59 PM
Blue hour (am)5:50 AM - 6:20 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:59 PM - 6:29 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 64%
Moonrise12:35 PM
Moonset1:35 AM

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

Quick facts about Bora Bora

TypeIsland
CountryFrench Polynesia
ContinentOceania
Coordinates16°30′1.4″S 151°44′29.4″W (-16.5004, -151.7415)
Known foroverwater bungalows in a turquoise lagoon
Local time7:27 PM (UTC-10:00)
Best monthsJuly and August
ClimateTemperate

Local time 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 71°F (22°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 6.5/10 - 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 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bora Bora today at 7.9/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 16°30′1.4″S 151°44′29.4″W (-16.5004, -151.7415)

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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 71°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 76% and wind is 22 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 7:27 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 August 21, 2026 at 7:27 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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