Climate Insights for Motukoiti
Penrhyn, Cook Islands
Climate Overview
The climate in Motukoiti is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,417 mm of precipitation falls per year. Motukoiti receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Motukoiti sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Motukoiti is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 55.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Motukoiti receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Motukoiti sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Motukoiti has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 3°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 26°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Motukoiti has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 79°F and an average of 80°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Motukoiti is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,417 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 186 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 64 mm. That's 122 mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Motukoiti is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.3 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.5 in. That's 4.8 in less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Motukoiti is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/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 24km/h in winter, 22km/h in spring, 22km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Motukoiti is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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, 14mph in spring, 14mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Motukoiti 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 Motukoiti 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.