Climate of Leeward Islands, French Polynesia
Area-weighted average across Leeward Islands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Leeward Islands, a subdivision of French Polynesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24°C / 75.2°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in March, with rainfall from 93 mm / 3.7 in to 254 mm / 10 in depending on the season (1926 mm / 75.8 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2°C79.2°F | 252 mm9.9″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.4°C79.5°F | 207 mm8.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.5°C79.7°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.2°C79.2°F | 157 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.4°C77.7°F | 141 mm5.6″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.5°C76.1°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| July | 24°C75.2°F | 93 mm3.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 24°C75.2°F | 103 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.3°C75.7°F | 109 mm4.3″ | Tropical |
| October | 24.9°C76.8°F | 140 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
| November | 25.4°C77.7°F | 187 mm7.4″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.8°C78.4°F | 254 mm10″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Leeward Islands?
Leeward Islands, French Polynesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is July at 93 mm / 3.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Leeward Islands?
Leeward Islands, French Polynesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24°C / 75.2°F in July to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1926 mm / 75.8 in, with the wettest month being December (254 mm / 10 in) and the driest July (93 mm / 3.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Leeward Islands?
The hottest month in Leeward Islands is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Leeward Islands?
The coldest month in Leeward Islands is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24°C / 75.2°F.
When does it rain most in Leeward Islands?
The wettest month in Leeward Islands is December, averaging about 254 mm / 10 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 93 mm / 3.7 in.