Papeete Weather Forecast
Papeete weather: 70°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Papeete 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 | 85° | 74° | 24,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 86° | 74° | 15,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 87° | 74° | 9,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 85° | 74° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 84° | 73° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 71° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 81° | 70° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 81° | 69° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 81° | 70° | 10,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 82° | 71° | 11,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 83° | 72° | 17,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 84° | 74° | 25,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Papeete
Go in August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Papeete
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Papeete compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Papeete.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorea | 18 mi | 77°F | about the same | 91 in |
| Matira Beach | 160 mi | 80°F | +35°F warmer | 77 in |
| Bora Bora | 161 mi | 74°F | 35°F cooler | 78 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, 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 February, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Papeete?
Papeete is a city in French Polynesia. Its coordinates are -17.5516, -149.5585. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Papeete right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Papeete?
August offer the most comfortable conditions in Papeete, which has a tropical climate. February, September and October 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 11:04 AM.
How many people live in Papeete?
Papeete has a population of approximately 26.000.
What is the nearest airport to Papeete?
The closest airports are Faa'a International Airport (PPT), 3 mi away.
What are the top things to 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 24, 2026 at 11:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
