Akamaru Island

Island Gambier Islands islet with sandy beaches

Small island in French Polynesia’s Gambier/ Tuamotu-Gambier group, reached mainly by boat. Visitors come for snorkeling on coral slopes, quiet village life and to access nearby motus and bays.

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Akamaru Island
-23.1855, -134.9145

How to Get to Akamaru Island #

Akamaru is reached by inter-island boat from Mangareva (the Gambier’s main island) and connections vary-charter or local boat services are the usual means of access. Flight service to Mangareva exists from Tahiti; from there arrange boat passage.

Tips for Visiting Akamaru Island #

  • Access to tiny atolls like Akamaru usually requires boat charter from the main Gambier islands-plan logistics around tides and weather.
  • Respect local Polynesian customs and request permission before photographing private land or sacred sites.
  • Bring provisions-small islands have limited supplies and no medical facilities.

Best Time to Visit Akamaru Island #

The dry season (May-October) is generally more reliable for inter-island sea travel and outdoor activity.

Dry season
May-October · 24-28°C
Calmer seas and clearer skies for boating and snorkeling.
Wet season
November-April · 25-30°C
Higher humidity and rainfall; boat travel is more unpredictable.

Weather & Climate near Akamaru Island #

Climate

Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1618 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 28°

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 28°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 27°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
22° 26°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
21° 24°

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 24°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° 23°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° 24°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 24°

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 26°

Weather

164 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (172 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

172 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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