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Aitutaki Weather in October

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

Planning a trip to Aitutaki, the Cook Islands this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Aitutaki in October

Aitutaki, the Cook Islands is a region in the Cook Islands. October in Aitutaki generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Rarotonga to 29°C (84°F) in Rakahanga. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Rakahanga and 23°C (73°F) in Rarotonga.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Avarua with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Rakahanga with 163 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Rarotonga gets approximately 183 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Aitutaki by month

Best Places to Visit in Aitutaki in October

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

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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 Aitutaki

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Aitutaki, the Cook Islands?

Temperature range in Aitutaki (October)

Precipitation variation in Aitutaki (October)

Rarotonga

In October Rarotonga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
183 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Arutanga

In October Arutanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Avarua

In October Avarua generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
183 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Aitutaki

In October Aitutaki generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Rakahanga

In October Rakahanga 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 pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Aitutaki, in the Cook Islands.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aitutaki in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rarotonga 25°C (77°F) 23°C (73°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Arutanga 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Rakahanga 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)
Avarua 25°C (77°F) 23°C (73°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Aitutaki 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)

Aitutaki weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aitutaki, the Cook Islands in October?

Expect perfect weather across Aitutaki, the Cook Islands in October. The popular destination of Rarotonga averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Aitutaki, the Cook Islands in October?

In Rarotonga, the average daytime high in October is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 23°C (73°F).

Does Aitutaki, the Cook Islands get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in Aitutaki, the Cook Islands. Rarotonga averages only about 98 mm (3.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Aitutaki, the Cook Islands?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Aitutaki, the Cook Islands with overall perfect weather in Rarotonga.

Generally speaking, June, August, September and October provide 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 Aitutaki.

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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