Climate Insights for Areoa

Atiu, Cook Islands

Hottest
March
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
August
23°C low74°F low
Wettest
December
279 mm rain11 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Areoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,880 mm of precipitation falls per year. Areoa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Areoa is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: March, February, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.The climate in Areoa is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 74 in of precipitation falls per year. Areoa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Areoa is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: March, February, January. The coldest months are August, September, July, when temperatures can drop to 74°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 26°FebMax: 27°Average: 27°Min: 26°MarMax: 27°Average: 27°Min: 26°AprMax: 27°Average: 26°Min: 26°MayMax: 26°Average: 26°Min: 25°JunMax: 25°Average: 25°Min: 24°JulMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 24°AugMax: 24°Average: 24°Min: 23°SepMax: 24°Average: 24°Min: 23°OctMax: 25°Average: 24°Min: 24°NovMax: 25°Average: 25°Min: 24°DecMax: 26°Average: 26°Min: 25°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 79°FMin: 78°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 80°FMin: 79°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 80°FMin: 79°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 79°FMin: 78°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 78°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 77°FAverage: 76°FMin: 75°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FSepMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 74°FOctMax: 76°FAverage: 75°FMin: 75°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 78°FMin: 77°F
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Areoa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.Areoa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 231mmFebPrecipitation: 210mmMarPrecipitation: 192mmAprPrecipitation: 167mmMayPrecipitation: 207mmJunPrecipitation: 76mmJulPrecipitation: 95mmAugPrecipitation: 77mmSepPrecipitation: 76mmOctPrecipitation: 122mmNovPrecipitation: 149mmDecPrecipitation: 279mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 9.1inFebPrecipitation: 8.3inMarPrecipitation: 7.5inAprPrecipitation: 6.6inMayPrecipitation: 8.1inJunPrecipitation: 3inJulPrecipitation: 3.7inAugPrecipitation: 3inSepPrecipitation: 3inOctPrecipitation: 4.8inNovPrecipitation: 5.9inDecPrecipitation: 11in
Precipitation

Areoa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,880 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 157 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 279 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 76 mm. That's 203 mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Areoa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 74 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.2 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 11 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 3 in. That's 8 in less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/h25km/h30km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 22km/hFebWind Speed: 20km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 23km/hMayWind Speed: 24km/hJunWind Speed: 25km/hJulWind Speed: 25km/hAugWind Speed: 24km/hSepWind Speed: 25km/hOctWind Speed: 26km/hNovWind Speed: 25km/hDecWind Speed: 22km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mph20mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14mphFebWind Speed: 13mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 14mphMayWind Speed: 15mphJunWind Speed: 15mphJulWind Speed: 15mphAugWind Speed: 15mphSepWind Speed: 16mphOctWind Speed: 16mphNovWind Speed: 15mphDecWind Speed: 14mph
Wind Speed

Areoa is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 25km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 22km/h in autumn.Areoa is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 14mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15mph in winter, 16mph in spring, 13mph in summer, 13mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°79°F
Feb27°80°F
Mar27°80°F
Apr26°79°F
May26°78°F
Jun25°76°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec26°78°F

The best time to visit Areoa is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Areoa is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 81°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Areoa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Areoa based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
26 °C78 °F
27 °C81 °F
22 km/h14 mph
231 mm9.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C79 °F
27 °C81 °F
20 km/h13 mph
210 mm8.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C79 °F
27 °C81 °F
18 km/h11 mph
192 mm7.5 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
26 °C78 °F
27 °C81 °F
23 km/h14 mph
167 mm6.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
26 °C79 °F
24 km/h15 mph
207 mm8.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
24 °C75 °F
25 °C77 °F
25 km/h15 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C74 °F
25 °C76 °F
25 km/h15 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C74 °F
24 °C76 °F
24 km/h15 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
23 °C74 °F
24 °C76 °F
25 km/h16 mph
76 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C75 °F
25 °C76 °F
26 km/h16 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
25 °C78 °F
25 km/h15 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C77 °F
26 °C79 °F
22 km/h14 mph
279 mm11 in
0 cm0 in