French Polynesia
French Polynesia in May
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in French Polynesia in May — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in French Polynesia in May?
- Vaitape is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 29°C (84°F) in May; Paopao is the coolest at 27°C (81°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in French Polynesia in May?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Vaitoare (28°C (83°F)), and 13 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
29°
Vaitape
Coolest
27°
Paopao
Driest
132 mm
Paopao
Warmest sea
28°
Vaitoare
May in French Polynesia ranges from 27°C (81°F) in Paopao to 29°C (84°F) in Vaitape — a spread of 2 degrees across the country. On average it is about as warm as April. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Papeete.
Best places in French Polynesia in May
Weather in May by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paopao | 27° | 21° | 132 mm | 28° | 77 |
| Afaahiti | 27° | 21° | 134 mm | 28° | 76 |
| Punaauia | 28° | 21° | 137 mm | 28° | 73 |
| Otutara | 28° | 21° | 138 mm | 28° | 73 |
| Taunoa | 28° | 21° | 138 mm | 28° | 73 |
| Haapiti | 28° | 22° | 132 mm | 28° | 71 |
| Papao | 28° | 22° | 138 mm | — | 70 |
| Pirae | 28° | 22° | 133 mm | 28° | 69 |
| Mahina | 28° | 22° | 133 mm | — | 69 |
| Papeete | 29° | 22° | 133 mm | 28° | 68 |
| Faaa | 28° | 21° | 136 mm | 28° | 68 |
| Arue | 29° | 22° | 133 mm | 28° | 68 |
| Vaitoare | 29° | 23° | 138 mm | 28° | 67 |
| Uturoa | 29° | 23° | 138 mm | 28° | 67 |
| Paea | 29° | 23° | 134 mm | 28° | 65 |
| Vaitape | 29° | 24° | 137 mm | — | 63 |
Public holidays in May
- Labour Day
- Ascension Day
- Victory Day
- Pentecost
- Whit Monday
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in French Polynesia in May?
Average daytime highs range from 27° in Paopao to 29° in Vaitape.
Can you swim in French Polynesia in May?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Vaitoare at about 28°.