January · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Bora Bora in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bora Bora in January
Average temperature 24°C, 330 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 330 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Bora Bora scores 6.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 330 mm of rain, and roughly 26 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.
January in Bora Bora — workable with trade-offs
January averages 24°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
330 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 6.9/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 1.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bora Bora in January?
- In January, Bora Bora averages 24°C, 330 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Bora Bora?
- January 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 January?
- Expect about 330 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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