March weather forecast
French Polynesia

March is a transition month in French Polynesia as it marks the end of the rainy season and the beginning of the dry season. The average rainfall begins to decrease, falling to 200mm (7.87"), a reduction compared to the preceding months of January and February. While showers are still a regular occurrence, they start to become less frequent as the month progresses.

In terms of temperature, March remains comfortably warm, though slightly cooler than the peak summer months of January and February. Average temperatures usually range from 24°C (75.2°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). The seas also maintain their warmth, remaining around 28°C (82.4°F), which continues to facilitate water-based activities like snorkeling, swimming, and diving.

Compared to February, March sees a drop in rainfall and a slight decrease in temperature, marking a clear departure from the warm and wet conditions characterizing the start of the year. This trend towards drier and milder conditions becomes more pronounced moving into April.

The Marquesas Islands continue their pattern of receiving less rainfall than the other island groups, even during this transitional period. This makes them a preferred choice for those seeking to avoid heavier rainfall.

While March still falls within the cyclone season, the risk continues to be low, and any cyclones that do occur are typically mild. However, visitors should remain vigilant and stay informed about the weather conditions.

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• Pape'ete - March »
  In Pape'ete in March, during 27.3 rainfall days, 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of March in Pape'ete sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:23.
• Māhina - March »
  Māhina's March weather, with an average high temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F), tends to be the warmest of the year. March, with average temperatures reaching a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low of 26.2°C (79.2°F), is the warmest month in Māhina.
• Moorea-Maiao - March »
  The warmest temperatures in Moorea-Maiao occur during March, when averages reach a peak of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low of 25°C (77°F). March and April, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Moorea-Maiao.
• Rikitea - March »
  March is the month with the warmest seawater in Rikitea with an average sea temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F). The months with the highest UV index in Rikitea are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Hiva Oa - March »
  On the first day of March in Hiva Oa, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:06. What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Hiva Oa?
• Bora - March »
  In Bora, March is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F). Transitioning into March, Bora experiences further reduction in its rainfall to 177mm (6.97"), making it an appealing time for tourists who prefer less rain.
• Huahine - March »
  On the last day of March, in Huahine sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:57 -10. In Huahine, during March, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.
• Taha'a - March »
  In Taha'a during March, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Taha'a sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:30.
• Tahiti - March »
  In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:22. March is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
• Vaitape - March »
  The month with the warmest seawater in Vaitape is March, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F). In Vaitape the warmest period comes during March and April, when the average high-temperature touches 28.3°C (82.9°F).
• Fa'a'ā - March »
  The average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in March is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F). The combined influences of reduced rainfall and steady heat make March a pleasant month to indulge in outdoor activities.