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French Polynesia weather in May 2026

Australia and Oceania

French Polynesia weather in May 2026

 

Day

28 °C

 

Night

23 °C

 

Sea

28 °C

 

Precipitation

127 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

10 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

 

Day

28 °C

 

Night

23 °C

 

Sea

28 °C

 

Precipitation

127 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

10 days

in month

 

Daylight

11 hours

average

Overview: French Polynesia
In May in French Polynesia, the average air temperature ranges from 28 °C (83 °F) during the day to 23 °C (73 °F) at night. There are 10 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 127 mm (4.98 in).

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In May in French Polynesia, the average air temperature ranges from 28 °C (83 °F) during the day to 23 °C (73 °F) at night. There are 10 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 127 mm (4.98 in).

Is May a good month to visit French Polynesia?

In French Polynesia in May, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The daily temperatures in this month reach pleasant 28 °C (83 °F). The seawater temperature reaches ideal 28 °C (82 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 23 °C (73 °F). There are only 10 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home.

What is the temperature in French Polynesia during the day in May?

In May in French Polynesia, the average daily temperatures will be 28 °C (83 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.

What is the sea temperature in May in French Polynesia?

The sea will reach 28 °C (82 °F) in French Polynesia in May. This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.

How many rainy days can I expect in May in French Polynesia?

In May in French Polynesia, we can expect 10 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.3 days of the week, or in general - 33 % days.

What is the rainfall intensity in French Polynesia in May?

In May in French Polynesia, there is 127 mm (4.98 in) rainfall, which means on average 4 mm (0.17 in) rainfall per day.

Is it hot in May in French Polynesia?

In French Polynesia in May, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

What is the air temperature in French Polynesia in May at night?

The average night temperature in French Polynesia in May is 23 °C (73 °F). A very pleasant temperature for long evening walks, fun over a drink outside, or doing sports in the morning. If possible, look for a hotel with air conditioning.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in French Polynesia in May?

The length of daylight in French Polynesia in May is 11 hours.

Is French Polynesia rainier in May than in June?

Yes, in May in French Polynesia it rains more than in June.

How windy is French Polynesia in May?

In May in French Polynesia, there will be an average wind scale of 5.

Is the temperature rising or falling in the course of time in French Polynesia in May?

During May in French Polynesia, the day temperatures are decreasing - from 29 °C (84 °F) at the beginning of the month to 28 °C (82 °F) at the end of the month.

Is the weather in French Polynesia warmer in May than in April?

No, May is not warmer in French Polynesia than April.

Is the sea in French Polynesia warmer in May than in June?

Yes, in French Polynesia the sea is warmer in May than in June by 1 °C (33 °F).

How does the sea temperature evolve during the month in French Polynesia in May?

French Polynesia has a decreasing trend of the sea temperature during May - from 28 °C (83 °F) in the first days of the month to 28 °C (82 °F) in the last days of the month.

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