The month in detail
What to expect in November
Spring marks the start of the good season in Tahiti. Temperatures rise (28°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 33% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
November ranks 6 out of 12 months in Tahiti. Compared to October: 8 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in November
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
28°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.8h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 15
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Is November the right month?
The best month in Tahiti is August (8.3/10), 2.8 pts higher than November.
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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
💶CurrencyFranc CFP (F)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery expensive · 5/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 49%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Tahiti ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
French PolynesiaTropical climate with a 8.3 → 4.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.53°S · 149.57°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tahiti?
August is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 6.2h of sunshine and 17.0% rainy days. The months of August & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tahiti get in August?
Tahiti averages 6.2 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tahiti?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tahiti in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Tahiti good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tahiti scores 4.9/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Tahiti?
February is the most difficult month to visit Tahiti, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tahiti in November?
In November, the sea averages 28°C in Tahiti: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Tahiti in November?
The average UV index reaches 9 in November in Tahiti (very high), with about 12.8h of daylight. Protection essential.