Tahiti, French Polynesia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Tahiti, French Polynesia? If you're planning to go to Tahiti, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Tahiti, French Polynesia

Based on the climate and weather in Tahiti, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Tahiti, French Polynesia

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tahiti, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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  • Hand sanitizer

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

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General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Tahiti, French Polynesia by month

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January

January here can be very hot and very rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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February

February in Tahiti is constantly hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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March

In March, Tahiti can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and regularly jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tahiti, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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April

If you are traveling to Tahiti in April, you will notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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May

May for Tahiti is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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June

If you visit Tahiti during June, you will probably notice that it is really hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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July

If you vacation in Tahiti during July, you are likely to find that it is extremely hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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August

If you vacation in Tahiti during August, you will probably see that it can be very hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.

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September

September for Tahiti can be very hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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October

If you are traveling to Tahiti in October, you will notice that it can be sweltering. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

If you vacation in Tahiti during November, you may notice that it is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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December

In December, Tahiti is constantly hot and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 80s F (low 30s C) and about a third of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Tahiti, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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Activities for Tahiti, French Polynesia

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tahiti.

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