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Moerai, French Polynesia

Îles Australes · French Polynesia

Moerai is a small town in Îles Australes, French Polynesia with a population of 1,044. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,044 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
70.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tahiti Timezone

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About Moerai

Moerai

Moerai is a village on the island of Rurutu, in French Polynesia. According to the 2022 census, it had a population of 987.

People

Population1,044

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain70.3 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population1,044
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-22.4513°, -151.3419°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceÎles Australes
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation70.3 inches (1,786 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Moerai

Moerai is a small town in French Polynesia (Îles Australes) with a population of 1,044. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.

Moerai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above French Polynesia avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates-22.4513°N, 151.3419°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.3"
85% above French Polynesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 8.54"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.86"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2.

Year Name Category Closest
1998 Martin Category 2 269 km
1992 Wasa Category 1 109 km
1986 Ima Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in
February 77°F (25°C) 8.0 in Warmest
March 76°F (25°C) 7.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in
June 69°F (20°C) 3.9 in Driest
July 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
August 68°F (20°C) 4.0 in Coldest
September 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
October 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 6.0 in
December 74°F (24°C) 8.5 in Wettest

Moerai has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 68°F in August to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.5") and June the driest (3.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Moerai

Institution Type Founded Website
Maison Familiale Rurale College

Schools in Moerai

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collège de Moerai
Ecole primaire de Moerai
C.J.A
C.E.T.A.D
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Radio Stations near Moerai

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Moerai

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Manotel Rurutu
Pension Géraldine
Vaitumu Village

Restaurants in Moerai

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizzeria Vincenzo
Restaurant Tiare hinano
Snack Piaareare

Clinics in Moerai

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre médical

Gas Stations in Moerai

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PF #13322123520
Station service

Airports Near Moerai

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rurutu AirportRURMedium Airport

Post Offices in Moerai

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fare Rata

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moerai

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christian Church in Rurutu
Temple Bethel

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 Moerai

What is the population of Moerai?

Moerai has a population of 1,044 residents and is located in French Polynesia..

What is the weather like in Moerai?

Moerai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.3 inches.

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