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Paea
City in Windward Islands, French Polynesia
Overview
Paea is a laid-back coastal town on Tahiti's western shore in the Windward Islands, French Polynesia. Known for tranquil beaches, important cultural sites, and authentic Polynesian living, it appeals to both visitors and residents seeking a quieter alternative to Papeete.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
French Polynesia
Division
Windward Islands
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Gambier
Coordinates
-17.70°, -149.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$2,250
Local Cost
$1,440
Local Income
$950
Cashless
35
English
40
Temperature
26.3°C
Summer Avg
27.0°C
Winter Avg
25.4°C
Record High
29.4°C
Record Low
21.6°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1328 mm
Internet Speed
42 Mbps
Upload
36 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
4
Walk Score
4
Footways
8.0
Airport
PPT
Distance
16 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 8 tests. 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 58/100.
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