Motu Oa

Island Small islet near Hiva Oa, Marquesas Islands

Motu Oa
-9.4800, -140.0469

Best Time to Visit Motu Oa #

Visit Motu Oa in the dry season (May-October) for the most stable weather and easier sea access.

Dry season
May-October · ~24-30°C
Generally drier and calmer - most reliable for boat access and outdoor exploration of the islet and surrounding waters.
Wet season
November-April · ~24-31°C
Rainier and more humid with increased risk of tropical storms; outdoor plans can be disrupted by heavy showers and rough seas.

Weather & Climate near Motu Oa #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (766 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
23°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 30°

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 24°C. The wettest month with 89 mm of rain.

Comfort

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

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

85 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° 29°

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
24° 31°

Weather

37 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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