Apia vs Rarotonga in January

Rarotonga is the better pick in January — 78 vs 65 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rarotonga is hot, soaked, clean air, while Apia is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Apia vs RarotongaJanuary climate, side by side

ApiaRarotonga
Comfort score65/100 (C)78/100 (B)
Feels-like high37°C30°C
Avg high / low31° / 25°28° / 22°
Rainfall350 mm197 mm
Rainy days2818
Humidity86%81%
Air quality (AQI)2135

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Apia vs Rarotonga in January — FAQ

Is January better in Apia or Rarotonga?
Rarotonga is the better pick in January — 78 vs 65 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rarotonga is hot, soaked, clean air, while Apia is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Apia vs Rarotonga in January?
In January, Apia averages 31°C high / 25°C low with about 350 mm of rain; Rarotonga averages 28°C high / 22°C low with about 197 mm.