September · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Papeete in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Papeete in September
Average temperature 25°C, 113 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 113 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Papeete scores 8.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 113 mm of rain, and roughly 23 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.
September holds up well in Papeete — 4th best month
September averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Monthly rainfall reaches 113 mm — wet for this destination — but about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 8.2/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Papeete in September?
- In September, Papeete averages 25°C, 113 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Papeete?
- September earns a 8.2/10 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 September?
- Expect about 113 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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