French Polynesia in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in French Polynesia in january 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for january for most popular cities in French Polynesia. These predictions are probabilities for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in january in Tahiti
very bad weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
81°F
Moderate rain at times
47% of time
34%
14%
4%
Weather at 12pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
43% of time
27%
21%
8%
Weather at 6pm
81°F
Moderate rain at times
46% of time
34%
15%
4%
Weather at 3am
81°F
51%
25%
20%
4%
Where to go in French Polynesia in january?
Where to go in French Polynesia in january: destination map
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Where to go in each region in january?
| Austral Islands (Tubuai, Rurutu, Raivavae...) | 79°F | 10 days | 83°F | good weather |
| Gambier Islands (Rikitea...) | 81°F | 13 days | 81°F | tolerable weather |
| Leeward Islands (Bora-Bora, Huahine, Raiatea...) | 85°F | 16 à 17 days | 85°F | tolerable weather |
| Marquesas Islands (Hiva Oa (Marquesas Islands), Nuku Hiva, Fatu Hiva...) | 83°F | 4 days | 83°F | good weather |
| Tuamotu Archipelago (Rangiroa, Fakarava, Tikehau...) | 83°F to 85°F | 16 à 18 days | tolerable weather | |
| Windward Islands (Tahiti, Moorea, Tetiaroa...) | 83°F | 20 à 22 days | 85°F | very bad weather* |
Where should you go in French Polynesia in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in French Polynesia in january ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.
You are lucky: It is not perfect, however, the weather in French Polynesia that month is, on average, pretty good in Marquesas Islands. I allows to appreciate tour in this place. And even why not take a little time to enjoy the weather for... just be relax!
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Tubuai, Rikitea and Bora-Bora have a OK but just acceptable weather for that in january. Eventually, we advise you to avoid you get to Papeete and Moorea in january because the climate is pretty bad.
Climate in French Polynesia in january
Climate in Tahiti in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 79°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate quite comfortable in that area in the month of january. With 20.6in over 22 days, the weather is rather to rain during your stay. Consider to pack clothes for rain.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 20.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 22 day(s) (71%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 50% | ||
| Length of day | 13:03 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Bora-Bora in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Bora-Bora is 83°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 83°F). The climate is very warm in this city in the month of january. With 13.7in over 17 days, you will suffer the rain for your holidays. Consider to pack rain clothes.
With a correct climate, the month of january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in that area in French Polynesia.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 84°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 17 day(s) (54%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 47% | ||
| Length of day | 12:59 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Hiva Oa (Marquesas Islands) in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 81°F). The climate is very warm in this city in the month of january. With 3.4in over 4 days, you will experience some showers for your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a good climate, january is an advisable month to go in this city in French Polynesia.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 81°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 82°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 36% | ||
| Length of day | 12:38 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Moorea in january
In january, the mean temperature in Moorea is 83°F (maximum temperature is 83°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very hot there in the month of january. With 16.8in over 20 days, you may find yourself often in the rain for your trip. Remember to bring Rain coats.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 16.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 20 day(s) (66%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 48% | ||
| Length of day | 13:02 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Rangiroa in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 83°F (for an average temperature of 83°F). The climate is burning in this location in this month. With 13.7in over 18 days, rain is to be feared during your holidays. Consider to pack adapted clothes.
With a correct weather, january is okay (but not good month) for traveling in Rangiroa.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 13.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 18 day(s) (58%) | ||
| Humidity | 76% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 45% | ||
| Length of day | 12:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in French Polynesia in january
| Tahiti in january | very bad weather |
| Bora-Bora in january | tolerable weather |
| Hiva Oa (Marquesas Islands) in january | good weather |
| Moorea in january | bad weather |
| Rangiroa in january | tolerable weather |
| Fakarava in january | tolerable weather |
| Huahine in january | tolerable weather |
| Nuku Hiva in january | good weather |
| Rikitea in january | tolerable weather |
| Rurutu in january | good weather |
| Tubuai in january | good weather |
| Ahe in january | tolerable weather |
| Fatu Hiva in january | good weather |
| Makatea in january | tolerable weather |
| Manihi in january | tolerable weather |
| Maupiti in january | tolerable weather |
| Raiatea in january | tolerable weather |
| Raivavae in january | good weather |
| Rimatara in january | good weather |
| Tahaa in january | tolerable weather |
| Tetiaroa in january | very bad weather |
Weather data for French Polynesia in january:
Weather data for French Polynesia in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in French Polynesia. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in French Polynesia can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to French Polynesia.