Tahiti in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Tahiti (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 27.9°C and lows of 24.1°C, with around 1136.7mm of rain across the season (88 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Tahiti covers December, January, February.
Summer in Tahiti month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 28.0°C | 24.0°C | 387.5mm | 30 | 8/10 |
| January | 27.7°C | 24.1°C | 435.2mm | 30 | 8/10 |
| February | 28.1°C | 24.3°C | 314.0mm | 28 | 8/10 |
What to pack for Tahiti in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Tahiti?
Summer in Tahiti rates around 8/10 — good time to visit. Average highs are 27.9°C with 1136.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Tahiti in summer?
Daytime highs average 27.9°C (82.2°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 24.1°C.
What months are summer in Tahiti?
Tahiti is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Tahiti · Tahiti annual climate · Tahiti in spring · Tahiti in autumn · Tahiti in winter
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Summer in Tahiti — what to pack
Lightweight travel clothing
Lightweight, breathable clothing and a compact travel umbrella are essential in this climate.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.