When to Elope in French Polynesia
When you’re choosing your elopement date, it’s important to consider the weather and crowds in each season so you know what to expect when you elope in French Polynesia. Being in the Southern Hemisphere, the seasons in French Polynesia are swapped from the Northern Hemisphere, meaning summer is from December until February and winter is June through August. The weather is generally amazing but can vary a bit between different regions of the islands so, no matter where you go, be sure to check out the weather when you elope so you know what to prepare for.
WINTER IN French Polynesia
Between June and August is the French Polynesian winter, and it’s also the dry season. The weather is the most comfortable during this time of year, so it’s also the busy season! Festivals and school breaks in other parts of Europe mean lots of tourists. If you want to elope in the winter in French Polynesia, try to plan for an early winter ceremony, or shoot for a weekday elopement!
SPRING IN French Polynesia
Spring is a great time to elope in French Polynesia! September and October are low tourism months, and the weather is warm and still relatively dry until November.
SUMMER IN French Polynesia
Summer in French Polynesia is hot and humid. With the rainy season beginning in November and not ending until March, you can expect a lot of rainy days between the hot and sunny days.
FALL IN French Polynesia
It’s extremely hot in the fall in French Polynesia, just like in the summer! For a more comfortable elopement weather-wise, shoot for a ceremony in May before the tourists come in the winter! To avoid the heat, you can also plan your elopement for sunrise or sunset.