Akamaru Island at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Akamaru Island
When to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 9
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 23° - 28° | 26° | 123 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 24° - 28° | 26° | 143 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 24° - 28° | 26° | 143 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 23° - 27° | 25° | 118 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 22° - 26° | 24° | 114 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 21° - 24° | 22° | 153 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 24° | 22° | 135 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 23° | 21° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 19° - 24° | 21° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 20° - 24° | 22° | 129 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 21° - 26° | 23° | 164 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 22° - 27° | 24° | 172 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.