Weather in Huahine

About Huahine

Huahine remains beautifully unspoilt, its shallow lagoon sheltering vanilla-scented breezes and sacred eels that locals feed by hand. Few tourists venture here, making it a genuine escape where Polynesian rhythms set the pace.

Country

French Polynesia

Best months to visit

August

Currency

XPF

Language

French, Tahitian

Things to do in Huahine

Feed sacred eels in lagoons Snorkel pristine coral Hike vanilla plantations Visit archaeological marae Kayak shallow lagoons Stay in traditional fares

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

January

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

February

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

March

28C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

April

28C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

May

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

June

27C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

July

26C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

Recommended

August

26C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

September

26C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

October

26C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

November

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

December

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

Huahine remains one of French Polynesia's quietest inhabited islands, two landmasses joined by a bridge and ringed by a lagoon scattered with motu islets, vanilla plantations and ancient marae temple sites. With far fewer resorts than Bora Bora or Moorea, it offers a glimpse of a more everyday Polynesian pace of life alongside beaches and snorkelling every bit as good as its better-known neighbours.

Best areas to stay in Huahine

Fare

The island's main village, with the ferry and airport links, shops and a relaxed waterfront.

Maeva

A village on the shores of Lake Maeva, surrounded by ancient marae temple sites and fish traps still in use.

Huahine Iti

The smaller southern part of the island, connected by bridge, with quieter beaches and motu access.

Avea Bay

A picturesque bay on Huahine Iti known for its turquoise water and white-sand beach.

Getting to Huahine

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Flights

Fly into Faa'a International Airport (Papeete), then take a domestic flight (around 45 minutes) to Huahine.

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From London

~26-30 hours from London including connections and the onward flight.

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Getting around

A hire car, scooter or bicycle covers the island's roads; boat trips reach the surrounding motu islets and lagoon snorkel spots.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Huahine?

May to October (the dry season) offers the most reliable weather for beaches and lagoon activities.

How do I get to Huahine?

A short domestic flight from Papeete (around 45 minutes) or a ferry, which takes considerably longer but is a budget alternative.

What are the marae sites?

Ancient stone temple platforms used for ceremonies in pre-European Polynesian society, with some of the best-preserved examples in French Polynesia found around Lake Maeva.

Is Huahine good for snorkelling?

Yes — the lagoon and surrounding motu offer good snorkelling, including spots known for sightings of blue lagoon rays and reef fish, with fewer crowds than busier islands.

Why is Huahine quieter than other islands?

It has far fewer resorts and a smaller tourism industry overall, giving it a more local, agricultural character centred on vanilla and watermelon farming.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

Huahine felt like the Polynesia of decades ago — far fewer tourists, friendly locals, and Avea Bay's beach was as good as anything we saw on Bora Bora.

Tevita F. · August 2024

★★★★☆

Visited the ancient marae and fish traps around Lake Maeva with a local guide — fascinating history that most visitors to French Polynesia never see.

Camille D. · July 2023

★★★★★

Rented bikes and circled the whole island in a day, stopping at vanilla plantations and quiet beaches along the way. Very relaxed pace of life.

Reuben S. · October 2023