Moorea Weather Forecast
Moorea weather: 74°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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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).
Best time to visit Moorea
Go in August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- Avoid swimming outside patrolled areas - waves are running at 2.3 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Moorea compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Moorea.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faa'a International Airport | 15 mi | 78°F | +33°F warmer | 145 in |
| Papeete | 18 mi | 77°F | about the same | 145 in |
| Matira Beach | 144 mi | 80°F | +35°F warmer | 77 in |
| Bora Bora | 145 mi | 74°F | 35°F cooler | 78 in |
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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 10:39 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 August 22, 2026 at 10:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
