What is the rainiest month in Bora Bora?

French Polynesia: 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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While the wet season can bring tropical showers and humidity from November to April, the rain is often followed by vibrant rainbows, stunning sunsets and a soft island breeze. Water activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and boat excursions are available year-round in Bora Bora.

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High season runs from May to October when rain showers are isolated and the number of tourists swells. Low season stretches from December to March when the weather is wet and visitors become mosquito bait. But really anytime is a good time to visit Bora Bora, since the weather is warm year-round.

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Hurricanes in Bora Bora Tahiti is out of the main hurricane belt, so it is rare, but it can happen. If you want to avoid the rare chance of a hurricane occuring while you are on Bora Bora, book outside of November, December, January and February.

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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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Bora Bora Wet Weather Activities
  1. Go to Vaitape and browse around the arts and craft market at the dock. ...
  2. Let a game entertain and connect you. ...
  3. Make appointments at your resort's spa. ...
  4. Call your excursion provider (who has nothing to do in the wet) and invite him to coffee or lunch.


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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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For the most part, yes it is safe to swim in Bora Bora. The waters are so clear, you can rest assured there won't be any sea monsters lurking in the deep. What is this? However, the waters can sometimes get rough due to high winds or storms out in the open ocean.

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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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Despite being situated close to a tectonic plate border, Bora Bora is not thought to be particularly vulnerable to tsunamis. There haven't been any recent tsunamis in the region, despite the island's distance from the Pacific's main earthquake zones.

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Rain falls throughout the year in French Polynesia. The month with the most rain in French Polynesia is December, with an average rainfall of 6.9 inches. The month with the least rain in French Polynesia is September, with an average rainfall of 1.0 inches.

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On average, the flight time from London to Bora Bora is 18 hours 45 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means that your flight from London to Bora Bora could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.

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The most popular airlines for this route are Air Tahiti, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Qantas. London and Bora Bora have 354 direct flights per week.

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia
The fine white sand surrounding the island accounts heavily for the clarity and color.

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The Bora Bora Legal Drinking Age
In line with France and other French territories, Bora Bora's legal drinking age is 18, which is also the age of majority in the country. As a result, anyone on the island who is at least 18 years old may legally buy and consume alcohol.

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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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Tahiti villas situated away from the beach will have mosquitoes around them once the sun sets. And when you take Bora Bora adventure tours inland and walk through the tropical vegetation, mosquito repellent is essential. Buy a non-toxic insect repellent to take.

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Drinking water:
You can drink tap water in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora and in all the international resorts. It is usually fine in family hotels and in the other islands but we recommend that you ask your hosts for confirmation.

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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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Cheap Flights from London to Bora Bora (LHR-BOB)
Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $3,362 for one-way flights and $2,322 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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There are no direct flights available to Bora Bora. This holds true for most of the islands in French Polynesia. Simply put, the landmasses just aren't big enough to accommodate the kind of runways needed to land large passenger jets.

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