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Papao, French Polynesia
Îles du Vent · French Polynesia
Papao is a small city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 10,360. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,360 |
| Population Density | 289 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.7500°, -149.5500° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Country | 🇵🇫 French Polynesia |
| State / Province | Îles du Vent |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 110.1 inches (2,796 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Papao
Papao is a small city in French Polynesia (Îles du Vent) with a population of 10,360. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.
Climate in Papao
Papao 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 | 78.1°F |
| 45% above French Polynesia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 35.9 sq mi (93.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.7500°N, 149.5500°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
Papao has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 69°F in August to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 71.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.4") and August the driest (3.1").
Colleges & Universities in Papao
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CFPA de Taravao | College | — | — |
| CFPA de Taravao | College | — | — |
Schools in Papao
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire Apatea | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Tuianu Le Gayic | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Vaipuarii | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Vaipuarii | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Vaipuarii | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Ariitama | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Maraa | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Maraa | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de Papara | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire de Tiama'o - site maternelle | — | — | — | — |
| École primaire de Tiama'o - site élémentaire | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Apea | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Apatea | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée polyvalent Tuianu Le Gayic | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Papao
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 Papao
| 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 Papao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque universitaire de l'UPF | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Paea | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Papao
| 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 |
Hotels in Papao
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Papao
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Papao
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Papao
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Papao
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Papao
5 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Papao
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Tahiti | ||||
| Brasserie Hoa | ||||
| Brasserie Mātāvai |
Stadiums & Teams in Papao
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Papao
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 Papao
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Office des poste et télécommunications |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Papao
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Sainte Thérèse | |
| Église adventiste du 7è jour | |
| Eglise de JC des St des derniers jours | |
| Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours | |
| Église évangélique Pain de Vie | |
| Église Saint Michel | |
| Salle paroissiale Tereheamanu | |
| Temple Ziona | |
| Temple Ziona |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Papao
What is the population of Papao?
Papao has a population of 10,360 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 289 people per square mile, spread across 35.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Papao?
Papao has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.1 inches.