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Afareaitu, French Polynesia
Îles du Vent · French Polynesia
Afareaitu is a small town in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 3,213. Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Afareaitu
ʻĀfareaitu is an associated commune on the island of Moʻorea, in French Polynesia. It is part of the commune Moʻorea-Maiʻao. According to the census in 2022, it had a population of 4,055.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,213 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.5500°, -149.7833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Country | 🇵🇫 French Polynesia |
| State / Province | Îles du Vent |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.9 inches (1,802 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Afareaitu
Afareaitu is a small town in French Polynesia (Îles du Vent) with a population of 3,213. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.
Climate in Afareaitu
Afareaitu has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.2°C), the coldest is Aug (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1579 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above French Polynesia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Area | 553.8 sq mi (1,434.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.5500°N, 149.7833°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
Afareaitu has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 71.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.3") and August the driest (3.4").
Schools in Afareaitu
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire de Maatea | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire de Afareaitu | — | — | — | — |
| Collège - CETAD de Afareaitu | — | — | — | — |
| CJA | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Afareaitu
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HITI FM | — | MP3 | |
| Polynésie 1ère | information, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tiare FM | local information, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 1 PF | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio 1 Tahiti | local information, local music | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Afareaitu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galerie Van der Heyde | ||||
| Musée de la perle Robert Wan | ||||
| Musée de Tahiti et des Îles | ||||
| Te Fare Natura |
Libraries in Afareaitu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque universitaire de l'UPF | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Paea | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Afareaitu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Pirae | |||||
| Marché Hamuta | |||||
| Marché municipal de Faaa | |||||
| Marché municipal de Paopao | |||||
| Marché Municipal Mapuru a Paraita | |||||
| Marché Pater |
Hotels in Afareaitu
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Afareaitu
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Afareaitu
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Afareaitu
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Afareaitu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Tahiti | ||||
| Brasserie Hoa |
Stadiums & Teams in Afareaitu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Afareaitu
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fa'a'ā International Airport | PPT | Large Airport |
| Moorea Temae Airport | MOZ | Medium Airport |
| Tetiaroa Airport | TTI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Afareaitu
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de J-C des St des derniers jours | |
| Église de J-C des St des derniers jours | |
| Eglise Protestante Maohi de Maatea | |
| Église Saint-Patrice | |
| Marae Nu’upure | |
| Marae Umarea | |
| Salle paroissiale | |
| Salle paroissiale | |
| Temple Fetia | |
| Temple Horepa |
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What is the population of Afareaitu?
Afareaitu has a population of 3,213 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 553.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Afareaitu?
Afareaitu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches.