🇦🇺 Perth vs Rarotonga (Cook Islands) 🇨🇰

Perth, Australia vs Rarotonga (Cook Islands), Cook Islands — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Perth is drier, with roughly 149 fewer rainy days a year.

Drier · Perth

Climate at a glance

🇦🇺 Perth🇨🇰 Rarotonga (Cook Islands)
Avg annual high
23°C
23°C
Hottest month
January · 30°C
March · 25°C
Coldest monthAugust (10°C low)August (20°C low)
Rainy days / year
130
279
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberJuly, September, October

🇦🇺 Perth

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in January (30°C), coldest lows in August (10°C).

🇨🇰 Rarotonga (Cook Islands)

Best around July, September, October. Hottest in March (25°C), coldest lows in August (20°C).

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Frequently asked questions

Is Perth or Rarotonga (Cook Islands) warmer?

Perth and Rarotonga (Cook Islands) have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Perth or Rarotonga (Cook Islands)?

Rarotonga (Cook Islands) is rainier — Perth sees about 149 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Perth vs Rarotonga (Cook Islands)?

Perth is best around April, May, October; Rarotonga (Cook Islands) is best around July, September, October.

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