The climate of Tiputa
Tiputa's geographical position within
French Polynesia shapes its weather dynamics, influenced by the Am Köppen climate typology, also renowned as 'Tropical Monsoon' climate. It is characterized by significant rainfall throughout the year, even in its driest months. The temperature display is stable throughout the year with slight variations. High temperatures can reach 28.4°C (83.1°F), and they happen to be the warmest around
April whilst dropping to 26.4°C (79.5°F) in
August. As for the low temperatures, they range from 25.5°C (77.9°F) to 27.8°C (82°F), generally falling in August and peaking around April.
Analyzing rainfall indicates a major shift between the wettest and driest months. Rainfall reaches its zenith in
February with 172mm (6.77"), and is at its lowest at 35mm (1.38") in August. The number of rainfall days fluctuate between 18.7 and 27.2, highlighting
December as the month with the most rainfall days and August as the one with the least.
A consistent UV index of 7 persists throughout the year. The relative humidity lingers around 76% for the vast majority of the year. Wind speed varies from 19.9km/h (12.4mph) to 26.7km/h (16.6mph) and wind gusts range between 27.9km/h (17.3mph) and 36.6km/h (22.7mph). The most noteworthy aspect of Tiputa's climate is its consistently high annual rainfall, even in the drier months.
The best time to visit Tiputa
April and
May emerge as the optimal months for a visit to
Tiputa. It is the time when temperatures are at their peak, reaching up to 28.4°C (83.1°F). Although relative humidity is noticeably high, the rainfall significantly decreases from 133mm (5.24") in
March to 77mm (3.03") in May. No major change in daylight hours or sunshine duration is evident during this period. More sunshine hours render these months even more appealing, with 7.9 hours in April and 6.3 hours in May.
The worst time to visit Tiputa
August and
September might not be the best time for a trip to
Tiputa due to weather conditions. Rainfall is at its lowest point, which might be appealing at first, but bear in mind the number of rainfall days is still significant: 18.7 in August and 20.3 in September. Relative humidity stays at 76% and temperatures are at their yearly low, sliding down to 26.4°C (79.5°F). Furthermore, wind speed and gusts peak during this period, making outdoor activities potentially less enjoyable.
Spring weather in Tiputa
Spring in
Tiputa, spanning from
April to
June, comes with gradually decreasing temperatures. The high temperature goes from 28.4°C (83.1°F) in April, to 28°C (82.4°F) in
May, and finally to 27.3°C (81.1°F) in June. Rainfall picks up slightly from 91mm (3.58") to 79mm (3.11") over that period. No significant change in the number of rainfall days or relative humidity occurs, standing constant around 23.4 days and 76%, respectively.
Summer weather in Tiputa
Summer months (
July to
September) in
Tiputa boast slightly cooler temperatures. Highs swing from 26.7°C (80.1°F) in July to 26.5°C (79.7°F) in September, and lows are between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F). It is noteworthy that rainfall drops significantly to its yearly low in
August with 35mm (1.38"), but climbs back up to 46mm (1.81") in September. The number of rainy days dwells around 19, comparatively lower than in spring.
Autumn weather in Tiputa
Autumn months (
October to
December) in
Tiputa witness a rise in temperatures. October features a high of 26.9°C (80.4°F) that increases to 28.2°C (82.8°F) by December. Rainfall ranges from 68mm (2.68") in October to 176mm (6.93") in December, recording a significant hike. Moreover, the number of rainfall days rises reaching 26.9 days by December. Sunshine hours are about 7.8 at the beginning of autumn and rise to 9.9 in December.
Winter weather in Tiputa
Winter in
Tiputa, running from
January to
March, experiences pleasant weather. Temperatures remain fairly consistent, with highs moving from 28.2°C (82.8°F) in January to 28.3°C (82.9°F) in March. The rainfall varies drastically; from 163mm (6.42") in January, it peaks at 172mm (6.77") in
February, and later falls to 133mm (5.24") in March. The number of rainfall days dwindles down to 26.5 in March. Sunshine duration is steady, ranging from 9.4 hours in January to 9.5 hours in March.
Weather in January
The start of the new year in
Tiputa,
French Polynesia boasts of pleasant weather. Comparatively warmer than the upcoming months, it observes temperatures fluctuating from 27.3°C (81.1°F) to 28.2°C (82.8°F). Possessing a notable distinctiveness,
January presents a relative humidity of 75%, contributing to an overall humid climate.
Weather in January »Weather in February
After a slight uptick,
February in
Tiputa,
French Polynesia welcomes similar climatic patterns as the previous month, experiencing mild changes in its weather conditions. The abundant rainfall becomes more pronounced with February receiving an increased precipitation of 172mm (6.77") across 25.8 days.
Weather in February »Weather in March
Shifting into
March,
Tiputa's weather undergoes subtle alterations making it slightly different from its preceding months. Given the mild decrease in monthly temperature with ranges of 27.7°C (81.9°F) to 28.3°C (82.9°F), March ushers in a refreshing climate for the inhabitants.
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Weather in April
As
Tiputa,
French Polynesia transitions into
April, it welcomes a modest decline in temperatures. Retaining its relative humidity at 76%, April experiences changes like a marginal decrease in rainfall that now measures up to 91mm (3.58") over 23.4 days.
Weather in April »Weather in May
Entering
May,
Tiputa witnesses a marked change in its weather conditions. The temperature witnesses a slight dip, going down to an average low of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and not exceeding 28°C (82.4°F). The rainfall in May further diminishes to 77mm (3.03"), spread across nearly 24 days, indicating a gradual decline in precipitation from the beginning of the year.
Weather in May »Weather in June
Mid-year in
Tiputa is synonymous with further temperature drops. The pleasant climate maintained around the islands gets displayed in a slight increase in relative humidity which aligns well with
June's decreased average high temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).
Weather in June »
Weather in July
The heart of winter,
July in
Tiputa,
French Polynesia exhibits noticeable weather changes. Considering the temperature range from 25.7°C (78.3°F) to 26.7°C (80.1°F), it is markedly cooler than previous months. As one of the unique highlights of the year, the region receives just 47mm (1.85") of rainfall, making July the month with the lowest precipitation.
Weather in July »Weather in August
With
August commencing,
Tiputa indulges in a slightly warmer air and a reduced precipitation of only 35mm (1.38"), spread over 18.7 days. Throughout the month, the exceptional climate, coupled with 11.6 daylight hours, displays a well-lit ambience.
Weather in August »Weather in September
Weather in October
October in
Tiputa offers warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, setting it apart from the preceding months. Supporting the trend, the perceptible rise in temperature is marked by short showers spread across 22.7 days, totaling 68mm (2.68") of rainfall.
Weather in October » Weather in November
As the year slowly walks towards its end,
November in
Tiputa,
French Polynesia sees a gradual rise in temperature, rainfall, and humidity. Designated as a rainier month, November observes 139mm (5.47") of rainfall occurring over 24.6 days.
Weather in November »Weather in December
In
December,
Tiputa bids adieu to the year under weather conditions similar to those observed in the initial months. Reverting back to
January, there is a rise in temperature, reaching between 27.7°C (81.9°F) to 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Weather in December » [Resources]