French Polynesia
French Polynesia in March
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in French Polynesia in March — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in French Polynesia in March?
- Pirae is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 31°C (87°F) in March; Papao is the coolest at 29°C (84°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in French Polynesia in March?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Vaitoare (29°C (84°F)), and 13 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
31°
Pirae
Coolest
29°
Papao
Driest
146 mm
Paopao
Warmest sea
29°
Vaitoare
Across French Polynesia, March highs run from 29°C (84°F) (Papao) to 31°C (87°F) (Pirae). On average it is about as warm as February. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Papeete.
Best places in French Polynesia in March
Weather in March by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paopao | 30° | 23° | 146 mm | 29° | 58 |
| Faaa | 30° | 23° | 149 mm | 29° | 55 |
| Vaitape | 30° | 24° | 160 mm | — | 54 |
| Papao | 29° | 23° | 199 mm | — | 53 |
| Punaauia | 30° | 24° | 159 mm | 29° | 51 |
| Haapiti | 30° | 23° | 184 mm | 29° | 51 |
| Taunoa | 30° | 23° | 191 mm | 29° | 50 |
| Pirae | 31° | 23° | 155 mm | 29° | 49 |
| Arue | 31° | 23° | 159 mm | 29° | 49 |
| Afaahiti | 30° | 23° | 193 mm | 29° | 49 |
| Vaitoare | 30° | 24° | 192 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Otutara | 30° | 23° | 200 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Uturoa | 30° | 24° | 193 mm | 29° | 48 |
| Paea | 30° | 24° | 191 mm | 29° | 47 |
| Mahina | 30° | 23° | 195 mm | — | 45 |
| Papeete | 31° | 24° | 187 mm | 29° | 44 |
Public holidays in March
- Missionary Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Monday
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in French Polynesia in March?
Average daytime highs range from 29° in Papao to 31° in Pirae.
Can you swim in French Polynesia in March?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Vaitoare at about 29°.