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Vaitape, French Polynesia

Leeward Islands · French Polynesia

Vaitape is a small town in Leeward Islands, French Polynesia with a population of 4,927. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,927 Population 34/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
73.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Tahiti Timezone

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About Vaitape

Vaitape

Vaitape is the largest city of Bora Bora Island in French Polynesia. It has a population of 4,927, about half of the island's population which is about 10,605. It is located about 210 km (130 mi) northwest of Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia. The main language of Vaitape is French, although 20 percent of the population speaks Tahitian.

People

Population4,927
Density34/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain73.1 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population4,927
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-16.5074°, -151.7491°
TimezonePacific/Tahiti
Country🇵🇫 French Polynesia
State / ProvinceLeeward Islands
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation73.1 inches (1,857 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vaitape

Vaitape is a small town in French Polynesia (Leeward Islands) with a population of 4,927. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Tahiti.

Climate in Vaitape

Vaitape has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1806 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.2°C / 83°F 25.3° / 31.1° 265.8
Feb 28.2°C / 83°F 25.4° / 31.1° 230.3
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.4° 184.5
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.1° 138.2
May 27.8°C / 82°F 25.3° / 30.3° 129.3
Jun 27°C / 81°F 24.5° / 29.4° 97.0
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 24.1° / 28.9° 75.0
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 23.8° / 29° 90.4
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 24° / 29.4° 72.7
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 24.4° / 30° 113.8
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 25° / 30.6° 148.4
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 25.1° / 30.7° 260.6
Vaitape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.2°F
47% above French Polynesia avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area143.8 sq mi (372.3 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates-16.5074°N, 151.7491°W
TimezonePacific/Tahiti

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.1"
92% above French Polynesia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 10.39"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.19"

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 8 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 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 60 km
1992 Wasa Category 2 154 km
1983 Rewa Category 2 83 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
February 81°F (27°C) 8.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Driest
September 78°F (25°C) 3.6 in
October 78°F (26°C) 4.7 in
November 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
December 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in Wettest

Vaitape has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (10.4") and August the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Vaitape

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bora Bora College & High School
Bora Bora College & High School
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Museums in Vaitape

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Musée de Marine

Hotels in Vaitape

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Hôtel InterContinental Le Moana
Hôtel Matira
Le Hotel Maitai Polynesia
Oa Oa Lodge
Royal Bora Bora
Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resort
Sofitel Bora Bora Private Island
Village Temanuata

Restaurants in Vaitape

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bloody Mary's
Bora Bora Beach Club
Fare Tama'a Maitai
Fare Tama'a Maitai
Helen's Bay
Kai Kai Bora Bora
L'Elixir
Le Gecko
Le Panda d'or
Le Saint James
LES DÉLICES BORA BORA
Maikai Bora Bora
MaiKai Marina & Yacht Club
Matira Beach
Matira Beach
Moi Here
Pizzeria
Roulotte Loma
Roulotte Matira
Snack Matira
The Lucky House

Cafes in Vaitape

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonjour Cafe

Veterinaries in Vaitape

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr Zipper

Gas Stations in Vaitape

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mobil
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Banks in Vaitape

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banque de Polynésie
Banque de Tahiti
Banque Socredo

Stadiums & Teams in Vaitape

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vaitape

5 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vaitape

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Pierre-Célestin
Evangelist Church

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 Vaitape

What is the population of Vaitape?

Vaitape has a population of 4,927 residents and is located in French Polynesia. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 143.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vaitape?

Vaitape has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.1 inches.

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