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Is Bora Bora always warm?

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. Dry Season is also the winter season for the island.



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The high season between May and October is the most popular time for tourists to visit Bora Bora. The weather is ideal with little rainfall and warm temperatures – perfect for hitting the beach and taking part in outdoor activities.

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Best Time to Travel for the Regions
  • Hottest Month. March: 88 °F. Day Temperature.
  • Coldest Month. June: 75 °F. Night Temperature.
  • Rainiest Month. December: 11.06 in.
  • Driest Month. August: 2.36 in.
  • Maximum Water Temperature. March: 84 °F. Water Temperature.
  • Sunniest Month. July: 9 hours/day. Sunshine.


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May through November are typically the coolest months in Bora Bora, with lows of roughly 21°C (70°F).

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The famed turquoise lagoons of Bora Bora boast warm water temperatures all year, so you can always enjoy a swim. In the dry season, which typically lasts from October to May, the sunny, mild weather is distinguished by unblemished beach days and temperate evenings.

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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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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 november is ideal
With water reaching a maximum of 86°F and an average of 83°F, going in the water (and staying there!) feels great.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Bora Bora
High season is considered to be November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Bora Bora flight deals.

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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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As you can see on the Tahiti and Bora Bora weather charts below, we are a Year-Round Sunny Destination!

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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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This really depends on your plan. If you are doing a resort trip to Bora Bora and this is the only island you plan on visiting, then you probably want to spend a week. After all, it's a long way to come! If you are island hopping and more conscious of time you can definitely get away with less.

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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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There are many sharks in Bora Bora, although attacks on humans are rare. Still, it's best to steer clear of them, as well as Bora Bora's stingrays and barracudas. Wear reliable foot protection whenever you're in the ocean to fend off injuries from stonefish, urchins, and the coral itself.

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Sharks attacks in Bora Bora
Sharks are predators and have the potential to be dangerous in certain situations just like any other wild animal. But considering the vast number of people swimming with sharks in the lagoon of Bora Bora, every day, it is clear that any negative interactions with sharks are rare anomalies.

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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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Snorkeling. The best time to go to Bora Bora for snorkeling in water temperatures of 80 F and above is from October to June.

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