The month in detail
What to expect in July
Even in winter, Bora Bora enjoys 23°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Expect rain on 30% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
July ranks 3 out of 12 months in Bora Bora.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Bora Bora is August (8.0/10), 0.1 pt higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · French Polynesia
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 25°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 23°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 55%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Bora Bora ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
French PolynesiaTropical climate with a 8.0 → 7.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.50°S · 151.74°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bora Bora?
June is the best month with 24.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 7.5h of sunshine and 32.0% rainy days. The months of June & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bora Bora get in June?
Bora Bora averages 7.5 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bora Bora?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bora Bora in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 24.0°C.
Is Bora Bora good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bora Bora scores 7.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Bora Bora?
January is the most difficult month to visit Bora Bora, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Bora Bora in July?
In July, the sea averages 27°C in Bora Bora: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Bora Bora in July?
The average UV index reaches 6 in July in Bora Bora (high), with about 11.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.