Arutanga Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Arutanga, Aitutaki, Cook Islands, is remarkably consistent, with temperatures year-round averaging 28°C (82°F). The warmest month is March at 29°C (84°F), and the coolest is August at 26°C (79°F).

Rainfall is high, totalling around 1875 mm (74 in) per year. January is the wettest month and June the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from December to May. Sunshine peaks in September, when the city sees around 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Arutanga

In Arutanga temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in March, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 26°C (79°F) during cooler months like August.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in March to around 24°C (75°F) during August.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Arutanga

Arutanga experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1875 mm (74 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, January it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 268 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month June brings less rainfall, with 67 mm (2.6 in) over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Arutanga Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Arutanga

Year-round, Arutanga offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy during your holiday. The difference between the sunniest month, September, with 6.3 hours of daily sunshine, and February, the least sunny month, with 5.2 hours, is minimal.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Aitutaki, the Cook Islands (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Aitutaki, the Cook Islands (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Wind Speed in Arutanga

The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 5 m/s (10 knots) in January, March and April to 6 m/s (12 knots) in February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)

Data from: Aitutaki, the Cook Islands (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Arutanga 3-Day Forecast

10-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Arutanga

The warm weather in Arutanga maintains temperatures between 26°C (79°F) and 29°C (84°F) year-round. Plan your visit during June, July, August and September for drier days and the best conditions to enjoy being outside.

To make the most of your visit, consider exploring early in the morning or during the pleasant late afternoon hours when the temperature is most comfortable.

Be aware that January, February, March, April, May and December constitute the rainy season, with significant precipitation.

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