- Rain mm/yr
- 1,828
- Snowfall
- None — tropical island with no freezing temperatures
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, weather-atlas.com
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- June to September combines the best weather conditions with lower humidity and minimal rainfall, plus major cultural events like Heiva in July.
- November to April offers budget-friendly travel with lower hotel rates and fewer crowds, though expect frequent tropical showers and higher humidity—rain is typically brief rather than all-day.
- April–May and September–October shoulder seasons offer a sweet spot: pleasant weather, fewer tourists than peak season, and reasonable prices.
- While December to February is the wettest and most humid, it remains warm with abundant sunshine between showers; this period is ideal for nature lovers wanting to see waterfalls at full strength and lush vegetation.
- Temperatures vary only 2–3°C (37°F) throughout the year, so seasonal choice is more about rainfall and crowds than comfort. Sea temperatures remain warm year-round (26–28°C (82°F) / 78–82°F).
- Even in the dry season, brief rain showers are possible; tropical weather is unpredictable, so pack a light rain jacket any time of year.
Dry Season
- Months
- May to October (austral winter)
- Humidity
- Lower
- Characteristics
- Sunny days, lower humidity, light breezes, minimal rainfall. June to September offer optimal conditions with highs in mid-80s°F.
Temperature Range Celsius
- Low
- 21
- High
- 27
Temperature Range Fahrenheit
- Low
- 70
- High
- 81
Wet Season
- Months
- November to April (austral summer)
- Humidity
- High, especially December and January (83%+)
- Characteristics
- Tropical showers and higher humidity; nourishes lush landscapes. Rain is typically brief, followed by clear skies and sunshine.
Temperature Range Celsius
- Low
- 25
- High
- 35
Temperature Range Fahrenheit
- Low
- 77
- High
- 95
Rainfall
- Driest Month
- August (65 mm / 2.6 in)
- Wettest Month
- December (283 mm / 11 in)
- Annual Total Mm
- 1828
- Annual Total Inches
- 72
- Rainy Season Months
- December, January, February, March (heavy rainfall expected)
Snowfall
None — tropical island with no freezing temperatures
Best Months
- Overall
- June to September
- Runner Up
- May and September (balances avoiding peak crowds and worst wet season rainfall)
Cyclone Risk
Tropical cyclone risk exists December to April (average 3–6 cyclones over this period), though Tahiti is rarely directly affected compared to other Pacific islands.
Worst Months
- Overall
- December to February (peak of wet season)
- December Specific
- Wettest month of the year with highest humidity
Temperature Extremes
- Coolest Month
- August (low: 26°C (79°F)/79°F)
- Warmest Month
- March (peak: 29°C (84°F)/84°F)
- Water Temperature Coolest
- September (25.8°C (78°F)/78°F)
- Water Temperature Warmest
- April (28.4°C (83°F)/83°F)
Tropical Climate Type
Tropical rainforest (Af Köppen classification) with no discernible winter season and warm temperatures year-round.
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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