Climate of Austral Islands, French Polynesia
Area-weighted average across Austral Islands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Austral Islands, a subdivision of French Polynesia, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 18.5°C / 65.3°F in August to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in February, with rainfall from 87 mm / 3.4 in to 160 mm / 6.3 in depending on the season (1502 mm / 59.1 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.8°C74.8°F | 158 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| February | 24.4°C75.9°F | 158 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| March | 24°C75.2°F | 143 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 22.7°C72.9°F | 122 mm4.8″ | Tropical |
| May | 21.1°C70°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| June | 19.4°C66.9°F | 116 mm4.6″ | — |
| July | 18.8°C65.8°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| August | 18.5°C65.3°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| September | 18.7°C65.7°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| October | 19.7°C67.5°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 21.1°C70°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| December | 22.3°C72.1°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Austral Islands?
Austral Islands, French Polynesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is September at 87 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Austral Islands?
Austral Islands, French Polynesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 18.5°C / 65.3°F in August to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1502 mm / 59.1 in, with the wettest month being December (160 mm / 6.3 in) and the driest September (87 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Austral Islands?
The hottest month in Austral Islands is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Austral Islands?
The coldest month in Austral Islands is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.5°C / 65.3°F.
When does it rain most in Austral Islands?
The wettest month in Austral Islands is December, averaging about 160 mm / 6.3 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 87 mm / 3.4 in.