Vaitape, French Polynesia experiences average highs of 27°C (81°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.
Vaitape, French Polynesia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Vaitape, 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
6.4/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 26°C
Feels Like 30°C / 28°C
Rainy Days 19
Rainfall 164 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 80%
Wind Speed 26 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
28°C
March
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 23 days
Coldest Month
25°C
September
Avg High 26°C
Rain 14 days
Driest Month
13 days
August
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 25°C
Windiest Month
29 km/h
July (Gusts 40)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: March (
29.5°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, December due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:33
Daylight 11.1h
Sunset 17:42
Live conditions —
Vaitape on the map · live conditions
Vaitape, French Polynesia
- Continent
- Oceania
- Country
- French Polynesia
- City
- Vaitape
- Population
- 4.9K
- Coordinates
- -16.51°, -151.75°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 18 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 23 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 20 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 15 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 26°C . Feb: 28°C / 26°C . Mar: 28°C / 26°C . Apr: 28°C / 26°C . May: 27°C / 26°C . Jun: 27°C / 26°C . Jul: 26°C / 25°C . Aug: 26°C / 25°C . Sep: 26°C / 25°C . Oct: 26°C / 25°C . Nov: 27°C / 25°C . Dec: 27°C / 26°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 313 mm. Feb: 300 mm. Mar: 157 mm. Apr: 166 mm. May: 96 mm. Jun: 110 mm. Jul: 69 mm. Aug: 63 mm. Sep: 74 mm. Oct: 115 mm. Nov: 199 mm. Dec: 300 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 82%. Feb: 82%. Mar: 81%. Apr: 81%. May: 80%. Jun: 79%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 79%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 82%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 26 km/h . Feb: 26 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 23 km/h . May: 25 km/h . Jun: 27 km/h . Jul: 29 km/h . Aug: 28 km/h . Sep: 28 km/h . Oct: 26 km/h . Nov: 24 km/h . Dec: 25 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 10h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 29°C . Feb: 29°C . Mar: 30°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 9. 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
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 34 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | — | Mar · 28°C |
| Coldest month | — | Sep · 25°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 381 mm | Jan · 313 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 29 km/h | Jul · 29 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C / 26°C | 32°C / 28°C | 24days (313 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 28°C / 26°C | 32°C / 29°C | 20days (300 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 82% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 26°C | 33°C / 30°C | 23days (157 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 81% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 26°C | 32°C / 30°C | 21days (166 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 81% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 26°C | 31°C / 29°C | 17days (96 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 6.5 High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 26°C | 29°C / 27°C | 16days (110 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 79% Humid | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 25°C | 28°C / 26°C | 16days (69 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 79% Humid | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 25°C | 28°C / 26°C | 13days (63 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 25°C | 29°C / 26°C | 14days (74 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 26°C / 25°C | 30°C / 27°C | 18days (115 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 27°C / 25°C | 31°C / 28°C | 22days (199 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 82% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 27°C / 26°C | 32°C / 28°C | 25days (300 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Vaitape are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Vaitape, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Vaitape is March, with average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Vaitape is September, with average overnight lows of 25°C (76°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Vaitape is January, averaging 313mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Vaitape runs through December, January, March, November, with the heaviest rainfall in December. Based on 10-year averages for Vaitape.
Vaitape receives approximately 122 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is October with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Vaitape.
The least favorable months to visit Vaitape are January, February, March, December, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Vaitape is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Vaitape is 80%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
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 Vaitape are 26 km/h (16 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 29 km/h (18 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Vaitape averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Vaitape 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.
Vaitape 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 Vaitape ranges from 28°C (82°F) to 30°C (86°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 Vaitape. It earns a climate score of 7.6/10 with Excellent.
For June in Vaitape, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (80°F) and 16 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.
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