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Tahaa

City in Leeward Islands, French Polynesia

Overview

Tahaa, also known as the 'Vanilla Island', is an unspoiled gem in French Polynesia's Leeward Islands, famed for its lush landscapes, fragrant vanilla plantations, and crystal-clear lagoons. The island exudes a tranquil, slow-paced atmosphere and offers a blend of local culture, natural beauty, and exclusive resorts.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
French Polynesia
Division
Leeward Islands
Population
Time Zone
Pacific/Gambier
Coordinates
-16.62°, -151.57°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
70
Monthly Cost
$2,463
Local Cost
$1,690
Local Income
$700
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
27.0°C
Summer Avg
27.6°C
Winter Avg
26.3°C
Record High
30.0°C
Record Low
21.6°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1317 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
RFP
Distance
16 km

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Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 61/100.

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