October · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Papeete in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Papeete in October
Average temperature 26°C, 105 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
8.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 105 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Papeete scores 8.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 105 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
October holds up well in Papeete — 3rd best month
With 26°C (78°F) on average, October delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
105 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.9/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, 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 October?
- In October, Papeete averages 26°C, 105 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Papeete?
- October earns a 8.3/10 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 October?
- Expect about 105 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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