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Papara
City in Windward Islands, French Polynesia
Overview
Papara is a picturesque coastal town located on Tahiti's southwestern shore in the Windward Islands, French Polynesia. Known for its relaxed atmosphere, surf beaches, and access to lush countryside, Papara offers an authentic Polynesian experience away from the crowds of Tahiti's capital.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
French Polynesia
Division
Windward Islands
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Gambier
Coordinates
-17.71°, -149.59°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,735
Local Cost
$1,220
Local Income
$750
Cashless
40
English
35
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
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
2
Walk Score
2
Footways
4.0
Airport
PPT
Distance
18 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 2026-03-21.
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 60/100.
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