April · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Papeete in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Papeete in April
Average temperature 28°C, 112 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.9/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 112 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Papeete scores 7.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 112 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Papeete is French Polynesia's capital on Tahiti, with a lively market, black pearls and ferries across to Moorea.
April in Papeete — reliably good (8th best month)
Days in April average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 80% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
112 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Papeete in April?
- In April, Papeete averages 28°C, 112 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Papeete?
- April earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Papeete in April?
- Expect about 112 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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