Papeete vs Rarotonga in December

Rarotonga is the better pick in December — 79 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rarotonga is hot, soaked, clean air, while Papeete is sweltering, soaked, clean air.

Papeete vs RarotongaDecember climate, side by side

PapeeteRarotonga
Comfort score67/100 (C)79/100 (B)
Feels-like high36°C29°C
Avg high / low32° / 25°27° / 21°
Rainfall294 mm192 mm
Rainy days2418
Humidity84%81%
Air quality (AQI)2234

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

Papeete vs Rarotonga in December — FAQ

Is December better in Papeete or Rarotonga?
Rarotonga is the better pick in December — 79 vs 67 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Rarotonga is hot, soaked, clean air, while Papeete is sweltering, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Papeete vs Rarotonga in December?
In December, Papeete averages 32°C high / 25°C low with about 294 mm of rain; Rarotonga averages 27°C high / 21°C low with about 192 mm.