October · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Bora Bora in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bora Bora in October
Average temperature 23°C, 189 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
7.1/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 189 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Bora Bora scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 189 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
October holds up well in Bora Bora — 9th best month
October averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Monthly rainfall reaches 189 mm — wet for this destination — but about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.1/10 here, 9th 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.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bora Bora in October?
- In October, Bora Bora averages 23°C, 189 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Bora Bora?
- October earns a 7.1/10 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 October?
- Expect about 189 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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