Papeete weather
At 3:30 PM local time it was mostly clear and 29°C (84°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 12 AM, 1 PM (12.7 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Oct. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Papeete, Îles du Vent, French Polynesia.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 27%
- Chance of rain
- 3%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 12 AM, 1 PM (12.7 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–OctOff season Dec–Feb
About Papeete weather
Is it raining in Papeete right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 29° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 11 PM, 12 AM, 1 PM (12.7 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Papeete this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 21–23°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Papeete lately?
In the past 7 days, Papeete had 3 rainy days and 42.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Papeete?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Papeete weather by month
When is the best time to visit Papeete?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Papeete is May–Oct, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Dec–Feb tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (78°F) in August to 28°C (82°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Papeete?
December is the wettest month, with about 221 mm (8.7 in) of rain on average. September is the driest, with about 40 mm (1.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Papeete?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 27°C (80°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 24°C (76°F).
Does Papeete have a rainy season?
Yes. Dec–Feb is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jul–Sep is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Papeete?
The sea is warmest in March at about 30°C (85°F) and coolest in August at about 27°C (80°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months