SeasonMapFrench Polynesia in September
September is one of French Polynesia's best months (rank 2 of 12): its 3 destinations average 86/100, led by Bora Bora at 87 — 24°C and 15 rainy days — while Papeete is warmer at 33°C and scores 85.
#2 of 12 months for French Polynesia · 3 destinations · updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Where in French Polynesia in September
| # | Place | Type | Feels-like high | Rain | Comfort | At its best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bora Bora | Island | 24°C | 73 mm · 15 days | 87 tier A | Yes |
| 2 | Moorea | Island | 28°C | 79 mm · 11 days | 87 tier A | Yes |
| 3 | Papeete | Island | 33°C | 101 mm · 15 days | 85 tier A | Yes |
Comfort is SeasonMap's 0–100 score; each place is judged through the lens that suits it — beaches on beach weather, ski resorts on snow. "At its best" means September is one of that place's own top three months. Feels-like highs fold in humidity, wind and sun.
What's on in French Polynesia in September
- Humpback season · Bora Bora · 20 Jul – 20 Nov (usually)
- Humpback whale season · Moorea and 1 more place · 20 Jul – 20 Nov
Seasons in force
Peak crowds at 1 of French Polynesia's 3 well-known places this month.