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About Papeete

Papeete offers a laid-back island vibe 🌺 with stunning lagoon views and a strong French-Pacific culture. It’s best for digital nomads who value scenery and lifestyle over fast-paced city energy. Expect a few cafés and decent infrastructure, but internet can be less reliable and costs are relatively high. Great for a work-and-surf rhythm 🌴💻

Through the year

Best in September (49) · now 47
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 492 mm Feb: 368 mm Mar: 219 mm Apr: 203 mm May: 116 mm Jun: 173 mm Jul: 160 mm Aug: 158 mm Sep: 205 mm Oct: 328 mm Nov: 412 mm Dec: 467 mm Jan: 29°C / 24°C Feb: 29°C / 24°C Mar: 30°C / 25°C Apr: 29°C / 24°C May: 28°C / 24°C Jun: 28°C / 23°C Jul: 27°C / 22°C Aug: 27°C / 22°C Sep: 27°C / 22°C Oct: 28°C / 23°C Nov: 28°C / 23°C Dec: 29°C / 24°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

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Key scores

Cost of Living 2.4
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.2
Internet Speed 6.7
Safety 8.2
Accommodation Cost 2.7
Weather 7.4
Racial Tolerance 7.6
Nomad Friendly 4.3
Updated 2 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Papeete
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $966.44 per month
Coworking Space $241.61 per month
Coffee $3.87 per cup
Beer $5.80 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $19.33 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $48.32 per month
Mobile Plan $24.16 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $57.99 per month

Other cities in French Polynesia

Other cities in French Polynesia
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Moorea $3,450 4.9 Compare
2 Huahine $4,933 4.7 Compare
3 Raiatea $4,866 4.6 Compare
4 Bora Bora $3,537 4.4 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Raiatea PF French Polynesia $4,866 4.6 Compare
2 Moorea PF French Polynesia $3,450 4.9 Compare
3 Rangiroa PF French Polynesia $5,175 4.2 Compare
4 Bora Bora PF French Polynesia $3,537 4.4 Compare

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