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The Cook Islands precipitation in January

In the Cook Islands in January precipitation ranges from heavy in Penrhyn with 202 mm of rainfall to heavy in Pukapuka with 358 mm of rainfall. It is the wettest month of the year.

Where and how much does it rain in the Cook Islands in January?

Find the average total precipitation in January for the most popular destinations in the Cook Islands on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm precipitation. High: 90 mm to 160 mm. Moderate: 30 mm to 90 mm. Low: 5 mm to 30 mm.

  • How much rainfall does the Cook Islands receive in January?
  • In the Cook Islands, January is a prominent month within the rainy season. It might not be the ideal month to visit. Rarotonga is characterized by its unpredictable weather, often receiving about 225 mm of rain, which leads to frequent and sudden showers. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Rarotonga.

  • What is the wettest city in January in the Cook Islands?
  • In our records, Pukapuka stands out as having an average precipitation level of 358 mm, making it the wettest location.

  • What is the driest city in January in the Cook Islands?
  • Among all locations in our dataset, Penrhyn has the lowest average precipitation at 202 mm.

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