French Polynesia
French Polynesia in February
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in French Polynesia in February — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in French Polynesia in February?
- Pirae is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 31°C (87°F) in February; Papao is the coolest at 29°C (85°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in French Polynesia in February?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Paopao (29°C (83°F)), and 13 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
31°
Pirae
Coolest
29°
Papao
Driest
186 mm
Pirae
Warmest sea
29°
Paopao
Across French Polynesia, February highs run from 29°C (85°F) (Papao) to 31°C (87°F) (Pirae). On average it is about as warm as January. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Papeete.
Best places in French Polynesia in February
Weather in February by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papao | 29° | 22° | 207 mm | — | 51 |
| Paopao | 30° | 23° | 188 mm | 29° | 50 |
| Taunoa | 30° | 23° | 190 mm | 29° | 49 |
| Vaitoare | 30° | 24° | 196 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Afaahiti | 30° | 23° | 193 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Vaitape | 30° | 24° | 203 mm | — | 48 |
| Otutara | 30° | 23° | 193 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Haapiti | 30° | 23° | 197 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Faaa | 30° | 23° | 192 mm | 29° | 47 |
| Uturoa | 30° | 24° | 202 mm | 29° | 46 |
| Punaauia | 31° | 23° | 188 mm | 29° | 45 |
| Mahina | 30° | 23° | 192 mm | — | 45 |
| Paea | 30° | 23° | 195 mm | 29° | 45 |
| Pirae | 31° | 23° | 186 mm | 29° | 44 |
| Arue | 31° | 23° | 186 mm | 29° | 44 |
| Papeete | 31° | 24° | 190 mm | 29° | 43 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in French Polynesia in February?
Average daytime highs range from 29° in Papao to 31° in Pirae.
Can you swim in French Polynesia in February?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Paopao at about 29°.