Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Tongareva, Cook Islands

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Tongareva...

Tongareva is an island in the Cook Islands. It is part of the Cook Islands island group. The water temperature around Tongareva is close to steady year round. The temperature ranges from 28.1°C (82.5°F) in August up to 29.5°C (85°F) in the month of September, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 29°C (84°F) and the best time for water activities is early fall, since Tongareva is located in the southern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Tongareva?

The current water temperature in the month of March in the waters near Tongareva is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not many surf spots are in proximity to Tongareva. A good spot nearby is Miri miri, which is almost 687.8km (427.2miles) away from Tongareva. Click here for more information on Miri miri and its water temperature. If you don't mind the drive, you can also check out faaroa, which is ca 694.3km (431.2miles) away from Tongareva. Another surfspot is faaroa, located 694.3km (431.2miles) from Tongareva.

Are there beaches close by?

Not many beaches are located in close proximity to Tongareva. One that might be worth checking out is Teahupoo, which is 839.6km (521.5miles) away from Tongareva. If you don't mind the long travel, you can also check out South Ofu Beach, 856km (531.7miles) away from Tongareva.

What kind of wetsuit is needed for Tongareva?

The average sea temperature around Tongareva is extremely warm, around 29°C (84°F), with no significant changes throughout the year. The temperatures in June, July, and August are very similar to sea temperatures in December and January. This is why a wetsuit is usually not needed for swimming, surfing, snorkelling, or diving around Tongareva. Nevertheless, you might want to bring a 1-2mm wetsuit top or a rashguard for very windy conditions and for sun protection, especially when spending multiple hours in the sun each day. The sun radiation around Tongareva can be particularly intense.

How is the diving and fishing near Tongareva?

Scuba diving and fishing conditions change very little throughout the year. The waters are mostly tropical, reaching temperatures between 24 and 29°C (76-85°F). The following fish can often times be found in waters with these temperatures: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Tongareva: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Tongareva...

Do you know what the the city Blauvelt in the United States, the geo Nishi Kaitoku Seamount , and the city Arradon in the France have in common with Tongareva? Click on the links to find out...