Climate of Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia
Area-weighted average across Marquesas Islands. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Marquesas Islands, a subdivision of French Polynesia, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 24.1°C / 75.4°F in August to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in March, with rainfall from 112 mm / 4.4 in to 175 mm / 6.9 in depending on the season (1694 mm / 66.7 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.3°C77.5°F | 168 mm6.6″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.5°C77.9°F | 118 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.8°C78.4°F | 125 mm4.9″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.7°C78.3°F | 126 mm5″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.3°C77.5°F | 118 mm4.6″ | Tropical |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 165 mm6.5″ | Tropical |
| July | 24.2°C75.6°F | 157 mm6.2″ | Tropical |
| August | 24.1°C75.4°F | 152 mm6″ | Tropical |
| September | 24.4°C75.9°F | 112 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| October | 24.7°C76.5°F | 146 mm5.7″ | Tropical |
| November | 25°C77°F | 132 mm5.2″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.3°C77.5°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Marquesas Islands?
Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is March at 25.8°C / 78.4°F, and the driest is September at 112 mm / 4.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Marquesas Islands?
Marquesas Islands, French Polynesia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.1°C / 75.4°F in August to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 1694 mm / 66.7 in, with the wettest month being December (175 mm / 6.9 in) and the driest September (112 mm / 4.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Marquesas Islands?
The hottest month in Marquesas Islands is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Marquesas Islands?
The coldest month in Marquesas Islands is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.1°C / 75.4°F.
When does it rain most in Marquesas Islands?
The wettest month in Marquesas Islands is December, averaging about 175 mm / 6.9 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 112 mm / 4.4 in.