Akiaki

Island Low coral atoll in the Tuamotu-Gambier

Atoll in the Tuamotu-Gambier archipelago of French Polynesia; visitors arrive by boat for diving, seabirds and remote coral lagoon snorkeling.

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Akiaki
-18.5577, -139.2125

How to Get to Akiaki #

Reachable by sea from larger Tuamotu islands; boat charters and inter-island services are required. Flights to nearby hub islands may be necessary first.

Tips for Visiting Akiaki #

  • Charter boats from nearby inhabited islands are the usual way to visit-coordinate with operators in the Tuamotus or Gambier main islands.
  • Respect local conservation rules-some atolls protect nesting areas seasonally.
  • Bring fuel, water and a satellite means of communication when planning remote atoll visits.

Best Time to Visit Akiaki #

May-October is the most reliable window for sea access and comfortable weather.

Dry season
May-October · 24-28°C
Calmer seas suitable for inter-island travel and snorkeling.
Wet season
November-April · 25-31°C
Higher rainfall and rougher seas; fewer visitors but greater risk of cancelled boat rides.

Weather & Climate near Akiaki #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1451 mm/year), wettest in December.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 29°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 25°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
25° 30°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 29°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 27°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° 28°

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (185 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
24° 29°

Weather

185 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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