The month in detail
What to expect in May
Autumn in Moorea is often underrated: 82°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.6/10) remains theoretically better.
May ranks 6 out of 12 months in Moorea. Compared to April: +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
22°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 19
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Moorea is September (8.6/10), 0.3 pt higher than May.
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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 monthJanuary · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 79°F
🌧️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 Moorea ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
French PolynesiaTropical climate with a 8.6 → 5.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.53°S · 149.83°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Moorea?
September is the best month with 79°F highs, 73°F lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 17.0% rainy days. The months of September & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Moorea get in September?
Moorea averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Moorea?
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 Moorea in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 73°F, while afternoon highs average 79°F.
Is Moorea good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Moorea scores 5.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Moorea?
January is the most difficult month to visit Moorea, 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 Moorea in May?
In May, the sea averages 84°F in Moorea: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Moorea in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Moorea (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.