December · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Bora Bora in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bora Bora in December
Average temperature 24°C, 275 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 275 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Bora Bora scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 275 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A lagoon wraps around Mount Otemanu at Bora Bora, with motu beaches and coral gardens across the water.
December in Bora Bora — middling scores, decent value
With 24°C (74°F) on average, December delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 275 mm, but with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Bora Bora — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bora Bora in December?
- In December, Bora Bora averages 24°C, 275 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Bora Bora?
- December earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bora Bora in December?
- Expect about 275 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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