Island in Society Islands, French Polynesia
Tahiti weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tahiti
May–Oct is the drier, cooler season and busiest for visitors. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and rainy with heavy downpours and some cyclone risk.
Tahiti weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan28°190 mm
- Feb28°175 mm
- Mar28°134 mm
- Apr28°116 mm
- May27°90 mm
- Jun27°69 mm
- Jul26°52 mm
- Aug26°47 mm
- Sep26°40 mm
- Oct27°84 mm
- Nov27°113 mm
- Dec28°221 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 26°C80°F | 190 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 175 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 134 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| April | 28°C82°F | 27°C80°F | 116 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 26°C79°F | 90 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 27°C80°F | 25°C78°F | 69 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 25°C77°F | 52 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 24°C76°F | 47 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| September | 26°C79°F | 25°C76°F | 40 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C80°F | 25°C77°F | 84 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 26°C78°F | 113 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 28°C82°F | 26°C80°F | 221 mm | 81% | Rainy |
Best months across French Polynesia
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tahiti?
May–Oct. May–Oct is the drier, cooler season and busiest for visitors. Nov–Apr is hot, humid and rainy with heavy downpours and some cyclone risk.
When is the rainy season in Tahiti?
Rain peaks in December with about 221 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Tahiti?
March, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Tahiti get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 24°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 Spotted something out of date?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.