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Taiohae, French Polynesia
Îles Marquises · French Polynesia
Taiohae is a small town in Îles Marquises, French Polynesia with a population of 1,224. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,224 |
| Population Density | 742 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | -8.9109°, -140.0997° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Marquesas |
| Country | 🇵🇫 French Polynesia |
| State / Province | Îles Marquises |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.5 inches (1,866 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taiohae
Taiohae is a small town in French Polynesia (Îles Marquises) with a population of 1,224. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Marquesas.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above French Polynesia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 742/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -8.9109°N, 140.0997°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Marquesas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 7.0 in |
Taiohae has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 75°F in August to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and May the driest (4.9").
Schools in Taiohae
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CETAD | — | — | — | — |
| CETAD | — | — | — | — |
| Centre d'Éducation au Développement | — | — | — | — |
| École Publique de PATOA | — | — | — | — |
| École de Hatiheu | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Agricole St Athanase TE HENUA ENANA | — | — | — | — |
| Collège de Taiohae | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire d'Aakapa | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire | — | — | — | — |
| Ecole primaire Vaiee | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Taiohae
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Taiohae
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum | ||||
| Musee de rose corser |
Libraries in Taiohae
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 |
Hotels in Taiohae
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Taiohae
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Taiohae
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Taiohae
8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Taiohae
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Taiohae
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Taiohae
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Taiohae
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taiohae
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Taiohae
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Taiohae
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nuku Hiva Airport | NHV | Medium Airport |
| Ua Huka Airport | UAH | Small Airport |
| Ua Pou Airport | UAP | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Taiohae
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aakapa | |
| Bureau de poste d'Hatiheu | |
| Poste de Hatiheu | |
| Taipivai |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Taiohae
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Te Henua Enata – The Marquesas Islands | Mixed | 2024 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taiohae
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Taiohae | |
| Église des Sacrés-Cœurs | |
| Église Pentecôtiste | |
| Église Saint-Joseph | |
| Royaume de Jéhovah | |
| Temple Protestant |
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What is the population of Taiohae?
Taiohae has a population of 1,224 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 742 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taiohae?
Taiohae has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.5 inches.