Does Bora Bora get cold in the winter?

Because is a tropical island, the temperature is warm all year long, but it is hotter and more humid over summer. There are primarily two seasons in Bora Bora : the dry season and the wet season.



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June is the hottest month in Bora Bora with an average temperature of 29°C (84°F) and the coldest is January at 17°C (63°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 8 in September.

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Much like in other tropical destinations, the temperature in Bora Bora is quite stable, with little variation throughout the year, with highs around 27° to 28° Celsius - between 80 and 83° Fahrenheit. Good to know : The water in Bora Bora is warm all year round, with an average temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

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November to April (Low Season)
Bora Bora, Tahiti, and French Polynesia weather is hot, humid, and exotic. And while that may sound like the perfect paradise to some, it is not to everyone. If you're looking for the most comfortable visit possible, you'll want to avoid the wet season of November through April.

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The Cons of Bora Bora
  • It's outrageously expensive. Yes, we stayed in an over-water bungalow at the St. Regis Bora Bora — possibly the most expensive way to see the island. ...
  • Help! I'm trapped in paradise. ...
  • There's not a lot to do or see. Bora Bora is perfect for people who want to sit and enjoy paradise.


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The risk of Zika in Bora Bora
Due to the island's location in a region where the Aedes mosquito is common, there is a high risk of contracting Zika there. The mosquitoes that spread the virus grow in areas with standing water, and Bora Bora's numerous lagoons and pools make for excellent mosquito breeding grounds.

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Swimming in Bora Bora in january is ideal
With water reaching a maximum of 86°F and an average of 84°F, going in the water (and staying there!) feels great.

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The languages spoken in Bora Bora are Tahitian and French. However, due to the high tourism population, many natives of Bora Bora have learned to speak English. Bora Bora is a major international tourist destination, famous for its seaside luxury resorts.

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To properly experience Bora Bora, three days (four nights if arriving late) should be enough. The island is small and there isn't all that much to see. If you're after a pampering luxury holiday of sipping cocktails on the deck of your overwater bungalow, you could probably spend a week (if you can afford that).

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The island of Bora Bora does experience a hurricane season, which normally lasts from November to April, even if it may not be vulnerable to strong hurricanes.

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Many dishes also include chicken, pork, sweet potatoes, breadfruit, rice, local fruit and vegetables such as papaya, mangoes, pineapples, bananas and fafa, which is a type of spinach. Banana or papaya purees known as po'e are the most popular dessert served on the island.

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Bora Bora is world-famous for its vibrant turquoise lagoon, soft, white sandy stretches of beach and luxurious resorts. With such a dreamlike setting, this magical island is, unsurprisingly, a great spot to plan a getaway.

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So the only land animals here are the ones brought in by people: horses, cows, pigs, chickens, sheep, goats, dogs and cats. Snakes or dangerous land animals do not exist in this tropical paradise. Walking around the island you might see big holes in the ground. These are created by crabs.

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The low season in Bora Bora falls between December and March. Visiting at this time is significantly cheaper in terms of accommodation. Not only can you get more bang for your buck but you'll be doing so without the crowds of other tourists that usually flood the island in high season.

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Yes you will need a passport to leave the US and enter Bora Bora in French Polynesia. All international travel requires a valid passport. Most countries also require that your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond entering another country and that you can show an onward plane ticket.

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Bora Bora is considered expensive due to a few key reasons. Its remote location in the South Pacific means that the cost of flights is high. The island is also known for its luxury resorts and overwater bungalows, which are costly.

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Water -- Bora Bora has a huge desalinization plant, so the tap water is safe to drink. Most local residents still drink bottled water, available at all groceries.

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The vast majority of the time, sharks in Bora Bora are not dangerous. The two most common shark species that people swim alongside in Bora Bora are the blacktip reef shark and the lemon shark.

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It takes approximately 14h 9m to get from United States to Bora-Bora, including transfers. How long is the flight from United States to Bora-Bora? There is no direct flight from Los Angeles Airport to Bora Bora Airport. The quickest flight takes 16h 30m and has one stopover.

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Can US dollars be used for payment in Bora Bora? Yes, many shops and hotels in Bora Bora accept US dollars as payment, but the exchange rate may not be as advantageous as using XPF.

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Both the Maldives and Bora Bora are expensive luxury destinations. In general, it will be easier to spend less on a trip to The Maldives. In the Maldives, 3-star accommodations are available that are highly rated, while in Bora Bora there are very few hotels or resorts that are not 5-star luxury resorts.

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With unparalleled views and pristine waters melting onto dreamlike beaches, Conrad Bora Bora Nui is a tropical oasis. The French Polynesian hideaway is so idyllic, in fact, that even the Kardashians couldn't stay away — the celebrity family chose this luxurious resort as its vacation destination in 2011.

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