French Polynesia Weather Forecast
French Polynesia weather: 79°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for French Polynesia
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 32 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 1,5 in, 4,9 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for French Polynesia
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Sep 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 81° / 69° | 99% · 0,4 in | 5 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 67° | 80% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 66° | 35% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 79° / 64° | 49% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 80° / 65° | 43% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light showers | 82° / 66° | 64% · 0,4 in | 6 mph | 9 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 68° | 71% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 10 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 68° | 71% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 9 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 70° | 75% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 9 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 77° / 72° | 78% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌧️ Showers | 78° / 73° | 87% · 1,5 in | 10 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌧️ Showers | 83° / 73° | 80% · 0,9 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 84° / 72° | 55% · 0,5 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 73° | 73% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 84° / 74° | 48% · 0,4 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 72° | 53% | 27 mph | 9 |
What this means for French Polynesia
Today is about average for September. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month.
A 99% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Visibility is down to 1,6 mi - 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 December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 37°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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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 79°F (26°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 62% and wind is 4 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 6:15 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 September 30, 2026 at 6:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
