Weather in Rarotonga in August

Rarotonga, Cook Islands averages a high of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) in August, with 8 rain days and 9.4 hours of daily sunshine. Travel score: 79.3/100 (Good). The best time to visit Rarotonga is August.

High
23°C74°F
Low
22°C71°F
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8
rain days
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9.4
hrs/day sunshine
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74%
humidity
79— Good

August in Rarotonga is warm and occasionally wet — good for most activities.

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What are the average temperatures in Rarotonga?

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How much does it rain in Rarotonga in August?

Rarotonga receives an average of 72.7mm of rainfall across 8 rainy days in August. The annual total is 1560.7mm.

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What should I pack for Rarotonga in August?

Essentials

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Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for exploring the city
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Light layers and t-shirts
Warm weather around 23°C
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Sunscreen SPF 30+
9 hours of sunshine daily
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Sunglasses
Protect your eyes from bright sun

Traveling to Cook Islands in August?

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What is the weather like in other months in Rarotonga?

January
26°
18 rain days
67
February
27°
17 rain days
68
March
27°
18 rain days
67
April
26°
15 rain days
71
May
25°
13 rain days
72
June
24°
8 rain days
79
July
24°
9 rain days
77
September
23°
8 rain days
79
October
24°
9 rain days
79
November
25°
10 rain days
77
December
26°
15 rain days
70

Data based on 1994–2024 averages · Last updated: 2024-12-31