Climate Insights for Atuona

Hiva-Oa, Îles Marquises, French Polynesia

Hottest
April
28°C peak
Coldest
September
25°C low
Wettest
April
55mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Atuona is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 446mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 55mm of rainfall. Atuona sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Feb Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26° Jul Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Aug Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Sep Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Oct Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Nov Max: 26° Average: 26° Min: 25° Dec Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26°
Max
Average
Min

Atuona has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 46mm Feb Precipitation: 34mm Mar Precipitation: 53mm Apr Precipitation: 55mm May Precipitation: 41mm Jun Precipitation: 39mm Jul Precipitation: 32mm Aug Precipitation: 33mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Oct Precipitation: 25mm Nov Precipitation: 36mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm
Precipitation

Atuona is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 446mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 55mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 25mm. That's 30mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h 35km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 28km/h Feb Wind Speed: 28km/h Mar Wind Speed: 26km/h Apr Wind Speed: 27km/h May Wind Speed: 28km/h Jun Wind Speed: 30km/h Jul Wind Speed: 32km/h Aug Wind Speed: 31km/h Sep Wind Speed: 31km/h Oct Wind Speed: 29km/h Nov Wind Speed: 27km/h Dec Wind Speed: 28km/h
Wind Speed

Atuona is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 29km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 32km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 26km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 31km/h in winter, 29km/h in spring, 28km/h in summer, 27km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Atuona, which began on March 20, 2026. Atuona sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 25°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 87mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 107mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are strong, averaging 28km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 148mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 104mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Atuona based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C
27 °C
28 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
28 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
53 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
27 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
27 °C
28 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
27 °C
30 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
26 °C
32 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
26 °C
31 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
26 °C
31 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
26 °C
29 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
26 °C
27 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
27 °C
28 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
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