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Annual Average Weather for French Polynesia

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 29.9°C (85.9°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 27.4°C (81.3°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 10.6 days of rain per month and 7.2 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit French Polynesia?

The best months to visit French Polynesia are June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between November and May when the sea temperature is above the average 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in French Polynesia year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in French Polynesia all year round.

The coolest month in French Polynesia is August when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°F), average temperature is 25°C (77°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in French Polynesia year round?

Yes, you can swim in French Polynesia all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in French Polynesia are found in February when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 26°C (79°F).

The sea temperature is above average for swimming between November and May when the sea temperature is above 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in French Polynesia?

The hottest month in French Polynesia is March when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 31°C (88°F), average temperature is 28°C (82°F) and average minimum temperature is 25°C (77°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in French Polynesia?

The coolest month in French Polynesia is August when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (83°F), average temperature is 25°C (77°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in French Polynesia?

The sunniest days in French Polynesia are in August which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In August the sunshine percentage is 67.6% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.8hrs making the days quite long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in French Polynesia?

January has the least sunshine. In January the sunshine percentage is 49% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in French Polynesia?

The driest month in French Polynesia is July with 0.3cm (0.1inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 6.2 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in French Polynesia?

The wettest month in French Polynesia is December with 5.6cm (2.2inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 16.4 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in French Polynesia?

The coldest sea water temperatures in French Polynesia are found in August when they dip to 26°C (79°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in French Polynesia?

The warmest sea water temperatures in French Polynesia are found in February when they peak at 29°C (84°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in French Polynesia?

The most humid month in French Polynesia is February with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 24°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in French Polynesia?

The least humid month in French Polynesia is August with a dew point of 21°C (70°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in French Polynesia?

The most windy month in French Polynesia is January when the average maximum windspeed is 27KM/H (17MPH) and the average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH).

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Annual Temperature for French Polynesia

The hottest month in French Polynesia is March when the average maximum temperature is 31°C (88°F), average temperature is 28°C (82°F) and average minimum temperature is 25°C (77°F).

The coolest month in French Polynesia is August when the average maximum temperature is 29°C (29°F), average temperature is 25°C (77°F) and average minimum temperature is 22°C (71°F).

Annual Sunshine for French Polynesia

The longest days in French Polynesia are in December, with an average of 13.2 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 11.1 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in French Polynesia are in August which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 67.6% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 7.8hrs making the days quite long and bright.

January has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 49% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in February when it reaches 15.9 and lowest in June when it reaches 7.3.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for French Polynesia

The warmest sea water temperatures in French Polynesia are found in February when they peak at 29°C (84°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 26°C (79°F).

The sea is best for swimming between November and May when the temperature is above 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for French Polynesia

The wettest month in French Polynesia is December with 5.6cm (2.2inches) of rain and the most days of rain with 16.4 days with some rain, a wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in French Polynesia is July with 0.3cm (0.1inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 6.2 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for French Polynesia

The most humid month in French Polynesia is February with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 24°C (76°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in French Polynesia is August with a dew point of 21°C (70°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for French Polynesia

The most windy month in French Polynesia is January when the average maximum windspeed is 27KM/H (17MPH) and the average wind speed is 11KM/H (7MPH).

The least windy month in French Polynesia is May when the average maximum windspeed is 22KM/H (14MPH) and the average wind speed is 9KM/H (5MPH).

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