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Aitutaki Weather & Climate: the Cook Islands

Climate by month across Aitutaki, the Cook Islands, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Aitutaki

Whether you're visiting Aitutaki in the Cook Islands during the peak of March (28°C (82°F)) or the cooler months around August (24°C (75°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Rarotonga, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Aitutaki during May, June, July, August, September, October and November is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Precipitation in Aitutaki varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in January with 225 mm (8.9 in) of rain, while June stays relatively dry with 74 mm (2.9 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, March and December, when monthly rainfall can range from 196 mm (7.7 in) to 225 mm (8.9 in).

August is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore Aitutaki by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Aitutaki — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rarotonga)

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Rarotonga Arutanga Rakahanga Avarua Aitutaki
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Climate map of Aitutaki

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Rarotonga 25°C (77°F) 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 1681 mm (66 in) 2,096 hours
Arutanga 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1875 mm (74 in) 2,099 hours
Rakahanga 29°C (84°F) 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 27°C (81°F) 2252 mm (89 in)
Avarua 25°C (77°F) 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 26°C (79°F) 1685 mm (66 in) 2,096 hours
Aitutaki 26°C (79°F) 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1876 mm (74 in) 2,099 hours

Places in Aitutaki, the Cook Islands

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