Climate Chart of Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Bora Bora, French Polynesia, these climate summaries describe 2013–2023.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures reach their highest point in March at 24.5 °C, while the joint low is in August / September at 22.6 °C. These are averages for each month, not daytime highs, so they describe the broad temperature pattern rather than the warmth of every afternoon. The unweighted mean of the monthly temperature means is 23.6 °C. It summarizes the calendar-month averages without accounting for the number of days in each month.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is highest in January, at 10.66 mm/day, and lowest in July, at 2.00 mm/day. These are average daily amounts within the named months, not monthly totals; the lower figure does not mean that every day is dry or show how often rain occurs. Across the calendar months, the unweighted mean of the monthly daily-rainfall means is 5.28 mm/day. This is a summary of monthly averages, not a day-weighted annual daily average.
Sunshine
Average daily sunshine reaches its highest level in November at 10.84 hours/day and its lowest in January at 9.53 hours/day. These figures describe mean sunshine duration, not day length, and do not guarantee the conditions on any particular day. The unweighted mean of the monthly sunshine-duration means is 10.12 hours/day per day. Read alongside the monthly extremes, it gives a broad indication of sunshine duration while leaving day-to-day cloud and weather variability unrepresented.
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For visitors prioritising lower average rainfall, July is a conditional option: its mean daily rainfall is 2.00 mm/day. That monthly average does not guarantee rain-free sightseeing or indicate the frequency of wet days, so flexible plans and rain protection remain useful. If preparing for the month with the highest average daily rainfall, note that January averages 10.66 mm/day. This is not a monthly accumulation or a forecast for individual dates; packing a rain layer is a practical precaution rather than an expectation that it will rain every day.
Visitors who prefer cooler monthly averages can consider August / September, when the monthly mean temperature is 22.6 °C; it is an average, not a daytime maximum or a promise of a particular feel. For planning around average sunshine duration, November records 10.84 hours/day, while January records 9.53 hours/day. Sunshine hours are not day length and cannot guarantee clear conditions, so these criteria support different choices rather than identifying one universal best time to visit.
Climate Data Overview for Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Bora Bora, French Polynesia. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23.9 | 10.66 | 0.00 | 9.53 |
| Feb | 24.1 | 9.75 | 0.00 | 9.72 |
| Mar | 24.5 | 5.10 | 0.00 | 10.27 |
| Apr | 24.4 | 5.55 | 0.00 | 9.98 |
| May | 24.2 | 3.50 | 0.00 | 9.67 |
| Jun | 23.6 | 3.19 | 0.00 | 9.67 |
| Jul | 23.0 | 2.00 | 0.00 | 9.87 |
| Aug | 22.6 | 2.23 | 0.00 | 9.98 |
| Sep | 22.6 | 2.41 | 0.00 | 10.63 |
| Oct | 23.0 | 4.64 | 0.00 | 10.80 |
| Nov | 23.4 | 6.69 | 0.00 | 10.84 |
| Dec | 23.9 | 7.67 | 0.00 | 10.42 |
| Average | 23.6 | 5.28 | 0.00 | 10.12 |
