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Arutanga weather in May (Aitutaki, Cook Islands)

How does the weather in Arutanga usually fare in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Arutanga includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 25°C.

Precipitation

Arutanga in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 165 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arutanga climate page with graphs.

 

Arutanga, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 177 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 165 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Aitutaki, the Cook Islands (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in the Cook Islands in May

Find out more about the weather in the Cook Islands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Arutanga.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the Cook Islands? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the Cook Islands. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.