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Tautira, French Polynesia
Îles du Vent · French Polynesia
Tautira is a small town in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia with a population of 2,293. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tautira
Tautira is a Polynesian beach village, valley, and point on the south-east coast of the island of Tahiti in the Pacific. It is part of the commune Taiʻarapu-Est. With a population of 2,527, it is located 49 kilometres southeast of the Tahitian capital of Papeete on the coast of Tautira Bay, at the end of what is the largest valley of the Taiarapu Peninsula. Domingo de Bonechea visited the area in 1772 and attempted to spread Christianity here; James Cook landed at Tautira Bay during his voyage. Robert Louis Stevenson referred to the village as “The Garden of the World”, staying here to recover from illness in 1886. The village contains a Catholic church.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,293 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.7474°, -149.1612° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Country | 🇵🇫 French Polynesia |
| State / Province | Îles du Vent |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.5 inches (2,172 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tautira
Tautira is a small town in French Polynesia (Îles du Vent) with a population of 2,293. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.9°F |
| 37% above French Polynesia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 73.4 sq mi (190.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.7474°N, 149.1612°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 9.6 in |
Tautira has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in July to 77°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 85.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.3") and July the driest (5.3").
Schools in Tautira
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École élémentaire Raiarii Tane | — | — | — | — |
| CJA de Tautira | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Hui Tama | — | — | — | — |
| CJA de Tautira | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tautira
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 |
Farmers Markets in Tautira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fromagère de Tahiti | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché municipal |
Gas Stations in Tautira
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tautira
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tautira
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de JC des St des derniers jours | |
| Église Notre-Dame-de-Paix | |
| Temple Amanuele |
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What is the population of Tautira?
Tautira has a population of 2,293 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 73.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tautira?
Tautira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.5 inches.