The best times to visit Fakarava for ideal weather are

April 16th to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Fakarava Travel Info

Weather in Fakarava

Temperature

Average temperatures in Fakarava vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is far less temperate than some — in the 3rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Fakarava, the hottest months are March, April, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early March where highs are regularly around 87.3°F (30.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.5°F (26.4°C) at night.

Fakarava Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Fakarava Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Fakarava Perceived Temperature (F)

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Fakarava Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Fakarava Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.5 82.3 78.2
Feb 86.9 82.6 78.3
Mar 87 83 79.2
Apr 86.9 82.9 79.5
May 86.1 82.2 78.8
Jun 84.7 80.8 77.7
Jul 83.6 79.7 76.6
Aug 83.2 79.3 75.8
Sep 83.9 79.9 76.5
Oct 84.7 80.5 77
Nov 86 81.8 78.2
Dec 86.5 82.2 78

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.3 27.9 25.7
Feb 30.5 28.1 25.7
Mar 30.6 28.3 26.2
Apr 30.5 28.3 26.4
May 30.1 27.9 26
Jun 29.3 27.1 25.4
Jul 28.7 26.5 24.8
Aug 28.4 26.3 24.3
Sep 28.8 26.6 24.7
Oct 29.3 26.9 25
Nov 30 27.7 25.7
Dec 30.3 27.9 25.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Fakarava are May, April, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late October. For example, on the week of October 22nd there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early February with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of February 5th.

When can you find snow in Fakarava? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Fakarava.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Fakarava (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 32% 0 5.8
Feb 36% 0 5.2
Mar 27% 0 3.7
Apr 18% 0 3.2
May 17% 0 3.2
Jun 24% 0 3.2
Jul 19% 0 2.6
Aug 20% 0 3.2
Sep 21% 0 2.9
Oct 24% 0 5.8
Nov 30% 0 5.3
Dec 35% 0 8.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 32 0 14.7
Feb 36 0 13.2
Mar 27 0 9.4
Apr 18 0 8.1
May 17 0 8.1
Jun 24 0 8.1
Jul 19 0 6.6
Aug 20 0 8.1
Sep 21 0 7.4
Oct 24 0 14.7
Nov 30 0 13.5
Dec 35 0 21.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Fakarava has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (68.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (71%).

Wind in Fakarava is usually moderate. The windiest month is July, followed by September and January. July’s average wind speed of around 11.1 knots (12.7 MPH or 20.5 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 15.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Fakarava.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 10.9 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Feb 10 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Mar 10.8 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Apr 9.6 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
May 9.2 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jun 10.8 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jul 11.1 Significant breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Aug 10 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Sep 11.1 Significant breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Oct 10.2 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 9.6 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Dec 9.4 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 68.9%
Feb 68.9%
Mar 70%
Apr 69.8%
May 70.3%
Jun 71%
Jul 70.5%
Aug 69%
Sep 69.4%
Oct 69.6%
Nov 70.4%
Dec 70%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Fakarava?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for French Polynesia; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Fakarava, French Polynesia is January, followed by February and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Fakarava in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 53.8 in October means 53.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Fakarava Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87.3°F (30.7°C) and 85.5°F (29.7°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Fakarava, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 86.1°F (30.1°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Fakarava to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.2°F (30.7°C) and 86.3°F (30.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 10 to 11 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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