Climate Insights for Fakahina Airport

Fangatau, Îles Tuamotu-Gambier, French Polynesia

Hottest
March
28°C peak
Coldest
August
24°C low
Wettest
January
137mm rain
Best to Visit
August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fakahina Airport is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 927mm of precipitation falls per year. Fakahina Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Fakahina Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: March, April, February. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.

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: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° May Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Jul Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 25° Aug Max: 25° Average: 25° Min: 24° Sep Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 24° Oct Max: 26° Average: 25° Min: 25° Nov Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 25° Dec Max: 27° Average: 26° Min: 26°
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Average
Min

Fakahina Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 137mm Feb Precipitation: 127mm Mar Precipitation: 77mm Apr Precipitation: 60mm May Precipitation: 59mm Jun Precipitation: 79mm Jul Precipitation: 36mm Aug Precipitation: 38mm Sep Precipitation: 39mm Oct Precipitation: 62mm Nov Precipitation: 90mm Dec Precipitation: 123mm
Precipitation

Fakahina Airport is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 927mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 77mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 137mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 36mm. That's 101mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 26km/h Feb Wind Speed: 26km/h Mar Wind Speed: 24km/h Apr Wind Speed: 25km/h May Wind Speed: 26km/h Jun Wind Speed: 29km/h Jul Wind Speed: 30km/h Aug Wind Speed: 29km/h Sep Wind Speed: 29km/h Oct Wind Speed: 27km/h Nov Wind Speed: 26km/h Dec Wind Speed: 25km/h
Wind Speed

Fakahina Airport is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/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 30km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 24km/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 29km/h in winter, 27km/h in spring, 26km/h in summer, 25km/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 Fakahina Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Fakahina Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in March at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 24°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 192mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/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 heavy, totalling around 387mm across the season with a monthly average of 129mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 196mm for the season, averaging 65mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 25km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 152mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 27°
May 27°
Jun 26°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 25°
Nov 26°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit Fakahina Airport is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 39mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Fakahina Airport 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
26 km/h
137 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
26 °C
28 °C
24 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
28 °C
25 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
59 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
27 °C
29 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
26 °C
30 km/h
36 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
25 °C
29 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Sep
24 °C
26 °C
29 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
26 °C
27 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
27 °C
26 km/h
90 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
27 °C
25 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
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