Climate Insights for Atuona

Hiva-Oa, Îles Marquises, French Polynesia

Hottest
April
28°C peak
Coldest
September
25°C low
Wettest
March
79mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Atuona is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 594mm of precipitation falls per year. Atuona receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. 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: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Feb Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Mar Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° Apr Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 27° May Max: 28° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jun Max: 27° Average: 27° Min: 26° Jul Max: 27° 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: 27° 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: 72mm Feb Precipitation: 41mm Mar Precipitation: 79mm Apr Precipitation: 72mm May Precipitation: 58mm Jun Precipitation: 45mm Jul Precipitation: 46mm Aug Precipitation: 34mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Oct Precipitation: 31mm Nov Precipitation: 44mm Dec Precipitation: 38mm
Precipitation

Atuona is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 594mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 49mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 79mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 31mm. That's 49mm less than March, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 6km/h May Wind Speed: 6km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Atuona is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Atuona, which began on June 21, 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. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 108mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 151mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 26 to 28°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 209mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/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 125mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/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
28 °C
6 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Mar
27 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Apr
27 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
72 mm
0 cm
May
26 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
58 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
26 °C
27 °C
7 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
27 °C
8 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
26 °C
8 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Oct
25 °C
26 °C
7 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Nov
25 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Dec
26 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
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