Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Rarotonga, located just inside the Tropic of Capricorn, is the vibrant capital of the Cook Islands in the South Pacific. The central mass of this island, often referred to as the jewel of the Pacific, is the eroded remains of a volcanic pyramid whose crags now form jungle-covered peaks and ridges ideal for hiking and caving. The sparkling lagoon is another focal point of interest for visitors to Rarotonga and also offers a variety of activities, including snorkeling and swimming. In addition to its ecological beauty, Rarotonga offers plenty of excitement for those seeking dancing, music, and traditional Polynesian cuisine. Cabarets, discos and restaurants flourish on the island and are the reason islanders are reputed to be the best dancers in Polynesia.

Language: English, Cook Island Maori
Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD)

Rarotonga, Cook Islands Weather
Temperature (Fahrenheit)
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 83 84 84 82 79 77 76 76 77 78 80 81
Low 75 76 76 74 72 70 68 68 69 70 72 73
Temperature (Celsius)
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 28 29 29 28 26 25 24 24 25 26 27 27
Low 24 24 24 23 22 21 20 20 21 21 22 23
Precipitation
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Inches 10 9 11 7 6 4 4 5 5 5 6 9
Centimeters 25 23 28 18 15 10 10 13 13 13 15 23
Humidity
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Percent 89 88 87 87 84 83 81 81 83 84 85 87


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