Climate Insights for Tarakea

The climate in Tarakea is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2254mm of precipitation falls per year. Tarakea receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tarakea sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Tarakea sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 25°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Tarakea is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2254mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 188mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 441mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 35mm. That's 406mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Tarakea is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Tarakea, which began on June 21, 2026. Tarakea sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 25°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 12°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

The best time to visit Tarakea is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 45mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 25°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tarakea 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.