December · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Papeete in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Papeete in December
Average temperature 27°C, 231 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 231 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Papeete scores 7.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 231 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
December holds up well in Papeete — 11th best month
December averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 81%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
231 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 7.3/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? March scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Papeete in December?
- In December, Papeete averages 27°C, 231 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Papeete?
- December earns a 7.3/10 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 December?
- Expect about 231 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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