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Punaauia, French Polynesia
Îles du Vent · French Polynesia
Punaauia is a small city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 25,750. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 25,750 |
| Population Density | 878 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.6333°, -149.6000° |
| 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 Punaauia
Punaauia is a small city in French Polynesia (Îles du Vent) with a population of 25,750. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 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 Punaauia
Punaauia 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 | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 29.3 sq mi (76.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 878/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.6333°N, 149.6000°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 |
Punaauia 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 Punaauia
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centre ENVOL | — | — | — | — |
| Maison de l'enfance | — | — | — | — |
| Tahiti international school | — | — | — | — |
| École Punavai | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Uririnui | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire 2+2=4 | — | — | — | — |
| École maternette Atinuu | — | — | — | — |
| École élémentaire Punavai Plaine | — | — | — | — |
| École Manotahi | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Punaauia
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 Punaauia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galerie Van der Heyde | ||||
| Maison de James Norman Hall | ||||
| Musée de la perle Robert Wan | ||||
| Musée de Tahiti et des Îles | ||||
| Musée James Norman Hall |
Libraries in Punaauia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque universitaire de l'UPF | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Paea | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Punaauia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magasin marché Arue | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché de Arue | |||||
| Marché de Pirae | |||||
| Marché Hamuta | |||||
| Marché municipal de Faaa | |||||
| Marché municipal de Paopao | |||||
| Marché Municipal Mapuru a Paraita | |||||
| Marché Pater |
Hotels in Punaauia
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Punaauia
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Punaauia
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Punaauia
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Punaauia
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Punaauia
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Punaauia
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Punaauia
6 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Punaauia
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Punaauia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de Tahiti | ||||
| Brasserie Hoa | ||||
| Brasserie Mātāvai |
Stadiums & Teams in Punaauia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Punaauia
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 Punaauia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste Punavai |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Punaauia
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de J-C des St des derniers jours | |
| Église Saint-Étienne | |
| Temple adventiste |
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What is the population of Punaauia?
Punaauia has a population of 25,750 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 878 people per square mile, spread across 29.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punaauia?
Punaauia 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.