In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Papeete ranges from 1.6 - 13.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Papeete when rainfall is around 1.6 in.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Papeete, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of May, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).