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Weather, climate |
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What
is the best time to visit ? |
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Actually, it depends on what you want to do and to see in Tahiti and her islands. The climate is devided into two main seasons : a wet season between November and March and a dry season from April to October .
The wet season is characterized by a warmer and more humid weather. But obviously, the lagoon temperatures are also higher, there are huge rollers to surf, you can attend “springtime” for nature…
The dry season is characterized by a cooler and less humid weather with some
sporadic short rains that are often welcomed since droughts and water rationing
may appear in some islands. During this period, the underwater visibility is
the best for scuba diving, humpback wales are migrating from Antartica and make
a stop in our waters. The very famous Heiva (traditional festival) is also organized
during this period.
Obviously, as the climate is tropical, rain may appear at every moment of the year and besides, since the Polynesian islands are spread over a surface of 4,000,000 km², the temparatures and humidity are very different from one archipelago to another ! |
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What should I bring with me ? |
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As the weather is tropical, lightweight cotton clothes are recommended : shorts, light dress, swimsuit…
However, a sweater or else is a good idea since temperatures can get surprinsingly cool on top of the mountains or at night during the dry season.
Do not forget also a windbreaker or a plastic raincoat since rain may fall during
your stay or if you plan to go hiking –mountain humidity, waterfalls. Moreover
water shoes are recommended to avoid cuts and stings when walking on the coral
reef. Besides, since the sun can burn, bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen…
Finally, a first-aid kit can be a good idea. |
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Air conditioning |
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Most hotels, even the most luxurious and expensive, used to not have air conditioning in their bungalows until recently.
But, since there is a cool refreshing breeze on our islands, this is actually
not
really useful. |
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