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Arue, French Polynesia
Îles du Vent · French Polynesia
Arue is a small city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 9,458. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 9,458 |
| Population Density | 50 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.5276°, -149.5344° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Country | 🇵🇫 French Polynesia |
| State / Province | Îles du Vent |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 130.4 inches (3,311 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arue
Arue is a small city in French Polynesia (Îles du Vent) with a population of 9,458. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 130.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.
Climate in Arue
Arue 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 | 77.5°F |
| 44% above French Polynesia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 190.6 sq mi (493.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.5276°N, 149.5344°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
Arue has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in August to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 71.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.2") and August the driest (3.1").
Schools in Arue
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJA | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Samuel Raapoto | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Tamahana | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Tamahana | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle de Ahutoru | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire de Ahutoru | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire de Erima | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle nahoata | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle nahoata | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire nahoata | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire nahoata | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Tūtera'i Tāne | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de Arue | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Tūtera'i Tāne | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Arue
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 Arue
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maison de James Norman Hall | ||||
| Musée de la perle Robert Wan | ||||
| Musée de Tahiti et des Îles | ||||
| Musée James Norman Hall |
Libraries in Arue
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque universitaire de l'UPF | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Paea | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Arue
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fromagère de Tahiti | |||||
| Magasin marché Arue | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Arue | |||||
| Marché de Pirae | |||||
| Marché Hamuta | |||||
| Marché municipal | |||||
| Marché municipal de Faaa | |||||
| Marché Municipal Mapuru a Paraita | |||||
| Marché Pater |
Restaurants in Arue
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Arue
6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Arue
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Arue
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Arue
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Arue
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Arue
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Arue
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Tahiti | ||||
| Brasserie Hoa | ||||
| Brasserie Mātāvai |
Stadiums & Teams in Arue
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Arue
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 |
Post Offices in Arue
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste d'Arue |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Arue
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eglise Adventiste Du Septième Jour | |
| Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours | |
| Église du Sacré-Coeur | |
| Marae de Fautaua | |
| Mont Thabor | |
| Temple | |
| Temple te Fetia |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Arue
What is the population of Arue?
Arue has a population of 9,458 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 190.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arue?
Arue has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 130.4 inches.