January weather forecast
French Polynesia

January is situated in the heart of the rainy season in French Polynesia. During this month, the islands experience some of the highest rainfall totals of the year. Average precipitation can exceed 280mm (11.02"), particularly in the more mountainous regions of the Society Islands, such as Tahiti and Bora. Despite being termed the "rainy season", there are still numerous hours of sunshine, making the islands' luscious landscapes particularly vibrant.

The temperatures during January remain warm, typically fluctuating between 25°C (77°F) to 30°C (86°F). This month is one of the warmest months of the year, comparable only with February in terms of heat. The high temperatures, combined with significant humidity, produce a typical tropical climate experience.

January's weather is slightly more temperate and less rainy than December, the previous month. However, it precedes February, which, in terms of temperature, is similar to January but usually experiences slightly less rainfall.

In the Marquesas Islands, known for being drier than the other island groups, January's rainfall is less pronounced, making it a more viable option for those seeking to avoid the heaviest rains.

During January, while brief tropical showers are common, extended periods of rain are unusual. It's important to note that although January is part of the cyclone season, the risk remains relatively low. Cyclones are rare in French Polynesia, and when they do occur, they tend to be milder than those experienced in other Pacific regions. The warmth of the sea, around 28°C (82.4°F), creates perfect conditions for water-based activities, making January an excellent choice for those interested in snorkeling and diving, despite the higher likelihood of rain.

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• Pape'ete - January »
  In Pape'ete in January, during 29.3 rainfall days, 234mm (9.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pape'ete in January, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 234mm (9.21") of accumulated precipitation.
• Māhina - January »
  In Māhina during January, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation. The months with the lowest humidity in Māhina are January, March and April, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Moorea-Maiao - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Moorea-Maiao is January, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 307mm (12.09") of precipitation. January's arrival in Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia, is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), identical to that of December.
• Rikitea - January »
  In Rikitea, French Polynesia, in January, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 130mm (5.12") of accumulated precipitation. The average sunshine duration in January in Rikitea is 9h.
• Hiva Oa - January »
  In Hiva Oa in January, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January in Hiva Oa, French Polynesia, ushers in the year with steady climatic conditions.
• Bora - January »
  In Bora, January nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F). How many hours of sunshine does Bora have in January?
• Huahine - January »
  Beginning the year on a warm note, the weather in Huahine, French Polynesia in January presents mild heat, high humidity, and frequent rainfall. In Huahine, in January, during 18.3 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Taha'a - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Taha'a are January through April, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%. In Taha'a during January, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 167mm (6.57") of precipitation.
• Tahiti - January »
  In Tahiti in January, the average water temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). In Tahiti, French Polynesia, the average seawater temperature in January is 28.3°C (82.9°F).
• Vaitape - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Vaitape, French Polynesia, are January through April, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%. The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).
• Fa'a'ā - January »
  The average heat index, which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in January is evaluated at 30°C (86°F). In Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.