Rarotonga weather in December (Cook Islands)
How does the weather in Rarotonga usually fare in December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In December, Rarotonga tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C.
Precipitation
Rarotonga in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 200 mm for the month. On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 173 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rarotonga. June, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rarotonga climate page with graphs.
Rarotonga, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
27°C
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
200 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
14 km/h
Sunshine
173 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in the Cook Islands in December
Find out more about the weather in the Cook Islands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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