Has a hurricane ever hit Tahiti?

There actually ARE NO hurricanes in Tahiti (or anywhere in the South Pacific). That's not as good news as you might think--it's because they're not called hurricanes in that region, they're called cyclones :-). But there is good news: cyclones are rare, with the last powerful one occurring in 1982.



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No, major hurricanes have historically had little impact on Bora Bora due to its location in the South Pacific High-Pressure System. What kind of severe weather can occur in Bora Bora? While severe hurricanes are rare, Bora Bora can experience typhoons, tropical storms, and heavy rains during hurricane season.

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In French Polynesia, the months from November to March in general, have the most rain. In addition, the risk of hurricanes in French Polynesia is particularly high from December to April (an average of 3 to 6 hurricanes over this period).

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Cyclones within 300Km of Tahiti. There are 20 cyclones shown on the chart (“All Cyclones”). That is an average of one significant weather event every 2.4 years. However, only one cyclone appears to have hit Papeete, Tahiti directly.

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A total of 13 tidal waves classified as a tsunami since 1837 have killed 2 people in French Polynesia. Compared to other countries, Tsunamis therefore occur rather rarely. The strongest tidal wave registered in French Polynesia so far reached a height of 20 meters.

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Tahiti is home to a warm, tropical climate and can be broken up into two seasons, summer from November to February and winter from April to September. There is no real temperature difference between the seasons as the winter months are only slightly cooler, but never cold.

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Is Tahiti Expensive to Vacation? The short answer is more often than not, YES. In comparison to the other 20+ countries around the world that I have visited, Tahiti is definitely on the more expensive side. To give you a point of reference, a vacation in Tahiti is comparable to a vacation in Paris or London.

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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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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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Bali is very cheaper than Tahiti,in Bali you will find more tourist from Australia and China,yes Bali has nightlife,and shopping places,but you have to fly more distance to reach Bali,yes you can spend you time in beaches,there are lots of beaches and nearby Island like Gili Tawang,Nusa Lambongan,Nusa Penida etc.

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Despite their fierce reputation, sharks are generally inoffensive because of the abundance of other prey in the waters of The Islands of Tahiti.

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Theft and other petty crime is most common in the capital Papeete. Make sure you keep a good grasp on your bag as you move around town, especially in crowded areas. The main streets with bars and clubs can get rowdy at night, so be careful, especially if you are a woman. Some beaches on Tahiti are a bit dangerous.

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Polynesian Culture
Tahitians are considered to be some of the most genuinely friendly and kind people of the world. But, Tahitians are also known for being a little shy as well.

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