Island in Society Islands, French Polynesia
Moorea weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Moorea
May–Oct is drier and cooler; humpback whales visit Jul–Oct. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and wet, with heavy rain on the mountains.
Moorea weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°184 mm
- Feb28°171 mm
- Mar28°130 mm
- Apr28°115 mm
- May27°88 mm
- Jun27°68 mm
- Jul26°51 mm
- Aug26°48 mm
- Sep26°39 mm
- Oct26°82 mm
- Nov27°114 mm
- Dec28°218 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 184 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C82°F | 27°C81°F | 171 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C83°F | 27°C81°F | 130 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 27°C81°F | 115 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 26°C80°F | 88 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C80°F | 26°C78°F | 68 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 51 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 25°C76°F | 48 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 39 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C80°F | 25°C78°F | 82 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 26°C79°F | 114 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 218 mm | 79% | Rainy |
Best months across French Polynesia
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Moorea?
May–Oct. May–Oct is drier and cooler; humpback whales visit Jul–Oct. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and wet, with heavy rain on the mountains.
When is the rainy season in Moorea?
Rain peaks in December with about 218 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Moorea?
March, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Moorea get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 25°C (76°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.