Cook Islands weather in February
February falls during the rainy season in the Cook Islands and is often the wettest month of the year. It's also the hottest month of the year.
You can expect frequent but short-lived downpours between sunshine. It’s the cyclone season, so it’s best to be aware of the cyclone and weather warnings.
How hot is it in the Cook Islands in February?
Daytime temperatures average a high of 30°C (86°F) in the Cook Islands in February, with moderate to high heat and humidity, falling to a night-time low of 24°C (75°F).
How sunny is it in the Cook Islands in February?
There are normally five hours of sunshine each day in the Cook Islands in February – that's around 38% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in February?
Sunrise is around 6:30am with sunset around 7:15pm.
How warm is the sea in the Cook Islands in February?
The average sea temperature in the Cook Islands in February is 28°C (82°F), which is very pleasant for swimming.
Does it rain in the Cook Islands in February?
Monthly rainfall in the Cook Islands in February averages 173mm (7in), distributed across 13 days on average.
How windy is it in the Cook Islands in February?
February sees an average wind speed of around 21 kilometres per hour (13 mph; 11 knots). The predominant average wind direction in the Cook Islands is from the east.
What to do in the Cook Islands in February?
Despite the sometimes wet weather, February is still good for a range of water sports, including swimming, scuba diving, snorkelling and kitesurfing.
Local holidays?
None. February is considered low season for all tourism bookings.
Cook Islands – February Weather Averages
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High Temp: 30°C (86°F) |
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Low Temp: 24°C (75°F) |
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Sunshine: 5 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Wet Days: 13 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 173 mm (7 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Moderate heat; ≤ 28 muggy days |
11
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UV Index: Extreme |
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Wind speed: 21 km/h (13 mph; 11 knots). |
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Sea Temp: 28°C (82°F) |
| Avarua, Rarotonga, Cook Islands | |
Best time to visit the Cook Islands
The best time of year to visit the Cook Islands is during the winter dry season from June through September.
For warmer weather visit in April and May, or in October and November when you can expect higher temperatures but also the probability of more rain showers.
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Source: Meteorological data for the Cook Islands is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1992 to 2021 by the Cook Islands Meteorological Service at the closest weather station: Rarotonga International Airport (RAR), located less than 3km (2mi) west of Avarua Harbour. Additional climate data is sourced from the United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
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Latest update: Cook Islands weather in February: 12 June, 2024
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