--- title: "Cyclone Tracker French Polynesia" description: "Cyclone tracker for French Polynesia with a live storm map. See current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks." url: "https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/french-polynesia.html" language: "en-GB" --- # Cyclone Tracker French Polynesia The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for French Polynesia. ## Current cyclones near French Polynesia French Polynesia is a French territory of many islands in the South Pacific Ocean, including Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora. Tahiti is the largest island and has the capital, Papeete. This list names each active tropical storm or cyclone near French Polynesia, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page. No active tropical storm or cyclone is listed near French Polynesia. Last updated: 00:32 UTC, 13 Nov 2026 [See storms in other regions →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/) ## How RainViewer shows storms Météo-France publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for French Polynesia. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings. - See the full storm path Tap any point on the path to see wind speed, category and direction at that point. - Read the category in one place Open any storm to see its category and intensity. - Get a notification when a storm approaches RainViewer sends a Tropical Storm Alert when a storm approaches your area. ## When is cyclone season in French Polynesia? Cyclone season in French Polynesia runs from 1 November to 30 April, according to the Fiji Meteorological Service. A cyclone starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the Fiji Meteorological Service gives it a name. It becomes a cyclone when its winds reach cyclone strength. Sea temperatures around French Polynesia are highest in the southern summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Cyclones often form over the warm water of the South Pacific Ocean, north and north-east of Fiji and Vanuatu. Cyclones are less common in French Polynesia than in the western South Pacific, and they usually arrive from the west or north-west. ## Storms in nearby regions Looking for storms near French Polynesia? See the cyclone trackers for the Cook Islands, Niue, Tuvalu, or open the tracker for all regions. - [Cook Islands](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/cook-islands.html) - [Niue](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/niue.html) - [Tuvalu](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/tuvalu.html) [Cyclone tracker for all storms →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/cyclones/) ## Cyclone Strength, From Depression To Super Cyclone - Depression (31–49 km/h) A low-pressure area with organised rain. No name yet. - Deep Depression (50–61 km/h) Heavy rain over a wide area, rough seas. - Cyclonic Storm (62–88 km/h) The storm gets a name. Fallen branches, flooding in low-lying areas. - Severe Cyclonic Storm (89–117 km/h) Damage to thatched roofs and power lines, coastal flooding. - Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (118–166 km/h) Roof damage to buildings, uprooted trees, storm surge on exposed coasts. - Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (167–221 km/h) Serious structural damage, communication and power lines down over a wide area. - Super Cyclonic Storm (222 km/h or higher) Widespread destruction and major storm surge along the coast. ## FAQ ### Where can I see current cyclones near French Polynesia? The cyclone tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near French Polynesia, and the list under the map names each active storm near French Polynesia. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near French Polynesia are listed further down the page. ### When is cyclone season in French Polynesia, and which months are busiest? Cyclone season in French Polynesia runs from 1 November to 30 April, according to the Fiji Meteorological Service, the regional warning centre for the South Pacific. The list at the top of this page shows which storms are active now. Cyclones are less common in French Polynesia than in the western South Pacific, and they usually arrive from the west or north-west. ### Which official source issues cyclone warnings for French Polynesia? Météo-France publishes the official weather warnings for French Polynesia, and the Fiji Meteorological Service publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the South Pacific basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The Fiji Meteorological Service is the source for official basin forecasts. ### What does the forecast cone show on the French Polynesia map? The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path. ### Where can I see rain radar for French Polynesia? RainViewer shows rain radar for French Polynesia, and the French Polynesia weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.