Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Papeete, French Polynesia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (76°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (79°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Papeete throughout August hovers around 83%.
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In August, Papeete averages 65 mm (2.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 32 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Papeete reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||