May · French Polynesia
Best time to visit Tahiti in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tahiti in May
Average temperature 27°C, 77 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.0/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 77 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Tahiti scores 8.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 77 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tahiti is French Polynesia's volcanic heart-Papeete markets, black-sand surf beaches, and lagoon hops toward Moorea. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
May holds up well in Tahiti — 7th best month
Days in May average 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 79% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Budget for roughly 77 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 7th 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 packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tahiti in May?
- In May, Tahiti averages 27°C, 77 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Tahiti?
- May earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tahiti in May?
- Expect about 77 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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