🇳🇿 Auckland vs Bora Bora 🇵🇫

Auckland, New Zealand vs Bora Bora, French Polynesia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Bora Bora is the warmer of the two — about 5 degrees warmer on average across the year. Auckland is drier, with roughly 175 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇿 Auckland🇵🇫 Bora Bora
Avg annual high19°C24°C
Hottest monthJanuary (24°C)March (25°C)
Coldest monthJuly (8°C low)August (22°C low)
Rainy days / year147322
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberJuly, August, September

🇳🇿 Auckland

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in January (24°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

🇵🇫 Bora Bora

Best around July, August, September. Hottest in March (25°C), coldest lows in August (22°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland or Bora Bora warmer?

Bora Bora is warmer overall, averaging about 5 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Auckland or Bora Bora?

Bora Bora is rainier — Auckland sees about 175 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Auckland vs Bora Bora?

Auckland is best around February, March, December; Bora Bora is best around July, August, September.

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