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Uturoa, French Polynesia

Leeward Islands · French Polynesia

Uturoa is a small town in Leeward Islands, French Polynesia with a population of 3,668. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,668 Population 594/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
76.6 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tahiti Timezone

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About Uturoa

Uturoa

Uturoa is a commune located in Ra'iātea, the largest island of the Îles Sous le Vent in French Polynesia, in the South Pacific Ocean. It is situated in between the administrative subdivision of Leeward Islands and the main port of the island of Ra'iātea.
According to the 2022 census, Uturoa has a population of 3,663. The commune lies approximately 120 miles (193.121 km) northwest of Pape'ete, the capital of French Polynesia.

People

Population3,668
Density594/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain76.6 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population3,668
Population Density594 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates-16.7302°, -151.4426°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceLeeward Islands
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation76.6 inches (1,945 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Uturoa

Uturoa is a small town in French Polynesia (Leeward Islands) with a population of 3,668. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.

Uturoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above French Polynesia avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density594/sq mi
Coordinates-16.7302°N, 151.4426°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.6"
102% above French Polynesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.16"
Driest Month (Jul) 3.78"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.6. Most recent: M0.0 on Aug 15, 2007.

Aug 15, 2007 8 km N of Vaitape, French Polynesia M2.6 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
1998 Martin Category 3 179 km
1998 Osea Category 2 79 km
1992 Wasa Category 2 168 km
1983 Veena Category 3 271 km
1983 Rewa Category 2 99 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 10.1 in
February 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
March 79°F (26°C) 6.9 in Warmest
April 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 5.6 in
June 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
September 75°F (24°C) 4.3 in
October 76°F (25°C) 5.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
December 78°F (25°C) 10.2 in Wettest

Uturoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 76.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.2") and July the driest (3.8").

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Schools in Uturoa

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Ecole primaire de Apooiti
Ecole primaire protestante de Uturoa
Internat
Ecole primaire Aahiata Avera
Lycée professionnel de Uturoa
Ecole primaire de Vaitahe
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Lycée professionnel protestant Tuteao a Vaiho
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Ecole primaire Tonoi
Ecole primaire Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Lycée-Collège Anne-Marie- Javouhey
Anne-Marie Javouhey Middle School
Leeward Islands High School
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Radio Stations near Uturoa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Uturoa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée du Coquillage
Sainte-Therese Museum

Libraries in Uturoa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale de Taha'a0.0

Farmers Markets in Uturoa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market
Mātete Piritua i te Ra’i

Hotels in Uturoa

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel Hawaiki Nui
Hôtel Hinano
Ohana Location
Te Ava Piti Lodge

Restaurants in Uturoa

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar-Restaurant Cabana
Brasserie Maraamu
La Raie'Gate
La Voile d'Or
Le Napoli
Mimosa
Oikos
Restaurant Chez Rémi
Restaurant le Napoli
Restaurant le Napoli
Ron's Roulotte
Roulotte Le Motu Tapu
Roulotte O'Ray
Snack Aérogare
Snack Tonoi
Villa Ixora

Clinics in Uturoa

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre d'hygiène dentaire
Dispensaire de Uturoa

Veterinaries in Uturoa

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Vétérinaire
Cabinet vétérinaire LECOMTE

Gas Stations in Uturoa

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mobil
Pacific
Station service Pacific
Station service Shell Tapioi
Station service Shell Tapioi
Station service Shell Tapioi
Station service Total
Station service Total

Banks in Uturoa

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque de Polynésie
Banque de Tahiti
Banque de Tahiti
Banque Socredo

Shopping Malls in Uturoa

8 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial
Centre commercial

Stadiums & Teams in Uturoa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Uturoa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bora Bora AirportBOBMedium Airport
Huahine-Fare AirportHUHMedium Airport
Raiatea AirportRFPMedium Airport
Tupai AirportTPXSmall Airport

Post Offices in Uturoa

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Agence OPT Avera
OPT - Bureau de Uturoa

Churches & Religious Organizations in Uturoa

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adventist Seventh Day Church
Église de JC des saints des derniers jours
Église de JC des saints des derniers jours
Eglise St André
Temple
Temple Petera
Temple Te E'a Ora

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 Uturoa

What is the population of Uturoa?

Uturoa has a population of 3,668 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 594 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Uturoa?

Uturoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.6 inches.

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