Arue, French Polynesia experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 26°C (79°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 19 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Arue, French Polynesia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Arue, French Polynesia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.3/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 28°C / 26°C
Feels Like 32°C / 28°C
Rainy Days 19
Rainfall 181 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 81%
Wind Speed 28 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
29°C
March
Avg Low27°C
Rain23days
Coldest Month
25°C
August
Avg High27°C
Rain13days
Driest Month
13days
August
Avg High27°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
31 km/h
July (Gusts 42)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 29°C
Warmest water: March (
29.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:27
Daylight 11.1h
Sunset 17:33
Live conditions—
Arue on the map · live conditions
Arue, French Polynesia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- French Polynesia
- City
- Arue
- Population
- 9.5K
- Coordinates
- -17.53°, -149.53°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 17 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 27°C
Rain 21 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 15 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 26°C . Feb: 29°C / 27°C . Mar: 29°C / 27°C . Apr: 29°C / 27°C . May: 28°C / 27°C . Jun: 27°C / 26°C . Jul: 27°C / 25°C . Aug: 27°C / 25°C . Sep: 27°C / 25°C . Oct: 27°C / 25°C . Nov: 28°C / 26°C . Dec: 28°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 322 mm. Feb: 287 mm. Mar: 172 mm. Apr: 191 mm. May: 107 mm. Jun: 119 mm. Jul: 101 mm. Aug: 83 mm. Sep: 101 mm. Oct: 150 mm. Nov: 243 mm. Dec: 296 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 82%. Apr: 83%. May: 81%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 80%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 27 km/h . Feb: 28 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 25 km/h . May: 27 km/h . Jun: 30 km/h . Jul: 31 km/h . Aug: 30 km/h . Sep: 30 km/h . Oct: 29 km/h . Nov: 27 km/h . Dec: 26 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 29°C . Feb: 29°C . Mar: 29°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 28°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 27°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 28°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 29°C | Mar · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Sep 2025 · 25°C | Aug · 25°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 471 mm | Jan · 322 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 31 km/h | Jul · 31 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Good July best
Good August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Good November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 26°C | 34°C / 29°C | 25days (322 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 83% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 27°C | 34°C / 30°C | 21days (287 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 27°C | 35°C / 31°C | 23days (172 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 27°C | 34°C / 30°C | 23days (191 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 83% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 27°C | 32°C / 29°C | 18days (107 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 81% Humid | 6.5 High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 26°C | 31°C / 27°C | 17days (119 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 80% Humid | 5.9 High | Good | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 25°C | 29°C / 26°C | 16days (101 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 79% Humid | 6.2 High | Good | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 25°C | 30°C / 26°C | 13days (83 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 25°C | 30°C / 26°C | 15days (101 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 27°C / 25°C | 31°C / 27°C | 17days (150 mm) Wet | 11h Excellent | 81% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 26°C | 33°C / 28°C | 20days (243 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 26°C | 33°C / 29°C | 24days (296 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
Compare Nearby City Climates
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Arue are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Arue, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Arue is March, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Arue is August, with average overnight lows of 25°C (77°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Arue is January, averaging 322mm of precipitation across 25 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Arue runs through January, December, March, April, with the heaviest rainfall in January. Based on 10-year averages for Arue.
Arue receives approximately 122 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Arue.
The least favorable months to visit Arue are February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Arue is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Arue is 81%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 28°C (82°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Arue are 28 km/h (17 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 31 km/h (19 mph) (gusts up to 42 km/h / 26 mph).
Arue averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 60%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Arue is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Arue has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Arue ranges from 28°C (82°F) to 32°C (90°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Arue. It earns a climate score of 7.3/10 with Good.
For June in Arue, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (81°F) and 17 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
Last updated: