Avarua Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Avarua maintains a fairly consistent warm average temperature.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Avarua temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in February to a comfortable 25°C in August.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 22°C in August. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Avarua experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1685 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Avarua, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 225 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 75 mm over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Avarua Precipitation page.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
The sunniest days in Avarua occur in August, with around 6.4 hours of daily sunshine. Even in May, the least sunny month, Avarua doesn't shy away from the sun, still enjoying a comfortable 5.4 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 90%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s to 5 m/s. It is lower in March and April and higher in September.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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17 m/s
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8 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Avarua in the Cook Islands
During the months of June, July, August, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February, March, April and December.
March has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 25°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 225 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 191 hours of sunshine.
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