January · Cook Islands
Best time to visit Rarotonga in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
7.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 184 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Sunny days
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Rarotonga scores 7.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 184 mm of rain, and roughly 29 sunny days this month.
Rarotonga rewards coastal days in Cook Islands most clearly through the drier Southern Hemisphere months.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rarotonga in January?
- In January, Rarotonga averages 26°C, 184 mm of rain, and about 29 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Rarotonga?
- January earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rarotonga in January?
- Expect about 184 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 29 sunny days.
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