Aitutaki Climate by Month
Aitutaki has a tropical rainforest climate with only one clear distinct season which is the rainy season. This rainy season lasts from October till the beginning of May and Tropical storms and hurricanes can occur. The other months of the year are certainly not dry with around 100 mm of precipitation per month. However the most dry period is from June till September. The temperature fluctuates around 30°C throughout the year.
Average day and night temperature
The temperature in Aitutaki remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in March to a comfortable 26°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 24°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Aitutaki has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1876 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Aitutaki shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, with an average of 269 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 68 mm of rainfall over 12 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
If you're planning a trip to Aitutaki, rest assured that sunshine is an important factor. With peak sunshine in September at 6.3 hours daily and a slight dip to 5.2 hours in February, it maintains a sunny destination year-round.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Aitutaki ranges from 5°C in January to 6°C in February.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Aitutaki in the Cook Islands
Aitutaki has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 28°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Aitutaki occurs in the months of January, February, March, April, May and December.
March has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 26°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 269 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 68 mm of precipitation.
September is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.
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