Cook Islands

Cook Islands Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Cook Islands in April.

Considering a trip to the Cook Islands this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Cook Islands in April

April in the Cook Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 28°C (82°F) in Rarotonga to 30°C (86°F) in Pukapuka. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Pukapuka and 25°C (77°F) in Rarotonga.

For a closer look at conditions across the Cook Islands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Rarotonga with an average of 164 mm (6.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Aitutaki with 196 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Rarotonga receives about 174 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Cook Islands by month

Best Places to Visit in the Cook Islands in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Cook Islands.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Cook Islands

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Temperature range in the Cook Islands (April)

Precipitation variation in the Cook Islands (April)

Rarotonga

In April Rarotonga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
174 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Arutanga

In April Arutanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
177 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Arorangi

In April Arorangi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
174 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Avarua

In April Avarua generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
174 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Ngatangiia

In April Ngatangiia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
174 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Cook Islands in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rarotonga 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Arutanga 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Arorangi 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Rakahanga 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Pukapuka 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Penrhyn 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)

The Cook Islands weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Cook Islands in April?

In April, the Cook Islands generally has pleasant weather conditions. Rarotonga sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in the Cook Islands in April?

In Rarotonga, the average daytime high in April is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does the Cook Islands get a lot of rain in April?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Rarotonga records an average of 164 mm (6.5 in) in April, putting it among the wetter months for the Cook Islands.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Cook Islands?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Rarotonga, April might be a good time to visit the Cook Islands.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Rarotonga. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Cook Islands.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the Cook Islands? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the Cook Islands.

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