March · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Moorea in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Moorea in March
Average temperature 28°C, 70 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 70 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Moorea scores 8.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 70 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Moorea rises from a lagoon a short ferry ride from Tahiti, with two deep bays and a coral reef around its shore.
March in Moorea — the year's strongest window
Days in March average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 77% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 70 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Moorea at 8.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Moorea in March?
- In March, Moorea averages 28°C, 70 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Moorea?
- March earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Moorea in March?
- Expect about 70 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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