Bora Bora weather
Our guide to the weather in Bora Bora during August
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Bora Bora, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Bora Bora weather in August.
How warm is it in Bora Bora during August?
August is typically the coolest month in Bora Bora, although we use the term cool in a relative sense! Expect heat, with the temperature hitting about 26℃ during the day, falling away to a balmy 25℃ at night. Of course, the high humidity will make it feel even hotter. The UV index will be high at this time of year, so protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Try to limit exposure between 10am and 4pm. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every few hours, even if it's cloudy, or more frequently after sweating or swimming, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses too, and bear in mind that bright surfaces, such as sand and water increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Bora Bora during August?
On average, there will be 4 rainy days during the month, amounting to 103.0mm in total. That's a significant amount of rain. For comparison, the wettest months in the UK typically sees between 80mm and 100mm, depending on where you are. Due to the high temperature and humidity, you might expect lots of thunderstorms, however they're actually fairly infrequent at this time of year. On average, August will see just 1 days that produce a storm.
Is it windy in Bora Bora during August?
Expect moderate breeze becoming stronger at times during August, with occasional gusts up to 21mph. The high humidity and warm temperature will make the breeze feel warm, so any cooling effect will be limted.
Bora Bora Blog posts
From the Ireland's most popular travel bloggers
Is Bora Bora Worth It? Thoughts After Spending 5 Weeks in the Tahitian Islands
16th January 2023 by Eat Sleep Breathe Travel
When I informed people I was spending more than a month island hopping in French Polynesia, some of them had no clue where that was. However, as soon as I mentioned Bora Bora, they immediately recognised it. Their eyes lit up and they expressed envy that I would be visiting this tropical paradise that has become renowned for its stunning beauty....
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