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Faanui, French Polynesia

Leeward Islands · French Polynesia

Faanui is a small town in Leeward Islands, French Polynesia with a population of 2,061. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,061 Population 14/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
73.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tahiti Timezone

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About Faanui

Faanui

Faanui is an associated commune on the island of Bora Bora, in French Polynesia. According to the 2022 census, it had a population of 3,312 people.

People

Population2,061
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain73.9 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population2,061
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-16.4868°, -151.7410°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceLeeward Islands
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation73.9 inches (1,878 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Faanui

Faanui is a small town in French Polynesia (Leeward Islands) with a population of 2,061. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.

Climate in Faanui

Faanui has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1806 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.2°C / 83°F 25.3° / 31.1° 265.8
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 25.4° / 31.1° 230.3
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.4° 184.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.1° 138.2
May 27.8°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.3° 129.3
Jun 27°C / 81°F 24.5° / 29.4° 97.0
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 24.1° / 28.9° 75.0
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29° 90.4
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 24° / 29.4° 72.7
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 24.4° / 30° 113.8
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 25° / 30.6° 148.4
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 25.1° / 30.7° 260.6
Faanui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above French Polynesia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area143.8 sq mi (372.3 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-16.4868°N, 151.7410°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.9"
95% above French Polynesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.63"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 15, 2007.

Aug 15, 2007 8 km N of Vaitape, French Polynesia M2.6 6 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
1998 Martin Category 3 182 km
1998 Osea Category 2 61 km
1992 Wasa Category 2 156 km
1983 Rewa Category 2 81 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
February 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
March 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.6 in Driest
September 78°F (25°C) 3.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 4.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
December 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in Wettest

Faanui has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.6") and August the driest (3.6").

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Museums in Faanui

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée de Marine

Hotels in Faanui

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pearl Bora Bora

Restaurants in Faanui

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bora Bora Yacht Club

Stadiums & Teams in Faanui

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Airports Near Faanui

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bora Bora AirportBOBMedium Airport
Huahine-Fare AirportHUHMedium Airport
Maupiti AirportMAUMedium Airport
Raiatea AirportRFPMedium Airport
Tupai AirportTPXSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Tahiti

🇵🇫 About French Polynesia

Capital Papeete
Population 277,679
Area 4,167 km²
GDP (USD) $6,137,447,783
GDP per capita $21,832
HDI 0.830
Life expectancy 84.1 years
Urban population 61.7%
Currency XPF (Franc)
Languages French
Calling code +689
TLD .pf
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Faanui

What is the population of Faanui?

Faanui has a population of 2,061 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 143.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Faanui?

Faanui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.

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