September weather forecast
French Polynesia

September in French Polynesia signifies the gradual transition from the dry season to the rainy season. Average precipitation begins to rise slightly to about 50mm (1.97"), marking an increase from the exceptionally dry months of July and August. Despite this increase, rainfall remains relatively low, and the weather is predominantly dry, with ample hours of sunshine.

The temperatures in September are slightly warmer than in August, with averages ranging between 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). These temperatures are still relatively mild, providing a pleasant climate for sightseeing and other outdoor activities. Sea temperatures remain consistent around 26°C (78.8°F), offering excellent conditions for water sports and marine exploration.

Compared to August, September experiences a minor increase in rainfall and marginally warmer temperatures. This gradual shift towards wetter and warmer conditions heralds the upcoming transition into the rainy season, becoming more noticeable as the islands move into October.

As with earlier months, the Marquesas Islands continue to receive less rainfall than the other island groups, providing a relatively drier climate for those visitors keen to avoid heavy rainfall.

With September being far from the cyclone season, the risk of cyclones remains low, contributing to the stable and pleasant weather conditions during the month. However, visitors should always stay informed about local weather conditions.

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• Pape'ete - September »
  In Pape'ete, in September, during 18.2 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pape'ete, in September, it is raining for 18.2 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation.
• Māhina - September »
  August and September, with an average high-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F), are the coldest months in Māhina, French Polynesia. In Māhina, French Polynesia, in September, the average water temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F).
• Moorea-Maiao - September »
  In Moorea-Maiao, French Polynesia, in September, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of September in Moorea-Maiao sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:52.
• Rikitea - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Rikitea is September, when the rain falls for 5 days and typically collects 111mm (4.37") of precipitation. In Rikitea, in September, the average water temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°F).
• Hiva Oa - September »
  On the first day of September in Hiva Oa sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:43. With the arrival of September, Hiva Oa's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month.
• Bora - September »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Bora are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F). August and September, with an average sea temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Bora.
• Huahine - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Huahine is September, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Huahine is September, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
• Taha'a - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Taha'a is September, when the rain falls for 21.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Taha'a sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:59.
• Tahiti - September »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Tahiti are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F). September embraces a steady weather pattern, preserving the August sea temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) in Tahiti.
• Vaitape - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Vaitape is September, when the rain falls for 21.1 days and typically collects 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. February through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vaitape, French Polynesia.
• Fa'a'ā - September »
  In Fa'a'ā, French Polynesia, during September, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. The months with the least rainfall in Fa'a'ā are July and September Rain falls for 15.5 days and accumulates 43mm (1.69") of rain.