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About Avarua

Avarua, on Rarotonga in the Cook Islands, is a relaxed tropical base for digital nomads 🌴🌊. Expect stunning beaches, a small-town vibe, and a slower pace that’s great for focus and work-life balance. Internet can be decent in town but may be limited elsewhere, so it suits remote workers who prioritize lifestyle over big-city convenience ☀️💻

Through the year

Best in November (59) · now 55
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 211 mm Feb: 277 mm Mar: 188 mm Apr: 133 mm May: 175 mm Jun: 110 mm Jul: 85 mm Aug: 92 mm Sep: 102 mm Oct: 69 mm Nov: 52 mm Dec: 169 mm Jan: 27°C / 25°C Feb: 27°C / 25°C Mar: 27°C / 26°C Apr: 27°C / 25°C May: 26°C / 24°C Jun: 25°C / 23°C Jul: 24°C / 23°C Aug: 24°C / 22°C Sep: 24°C / 22°C Oct: 24°C / 23°C Nov: 24°C / 23°C Dec: 26°C / 24°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 3.6
Internet Speed 5.6
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.8
Safety 8.6
Accommodation Cost 3.0
Weather 7.6
Nomad Friendly 3.3
Female Friendly 8.0
Updated 1 month ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Avarua
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $650.00 per month
Coworking Space $180.00 per month
Beer $5.50 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $12.00 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $35.00 per month
Mobile Plan $25.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $60.00 per month
Coffee $4.50 per cup

Other cities in Cook Islands

Other cities in Cook Islands
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Rarotonga $3,330 5.4 Compare
2 Arorangi $2,890 5.0 Compare
3 Aitutaki $3,780 4.7 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Rarotonga CK Cook Islands $3,330 5.4 Compare
2 Haveluloto TO Tonga $2,977 4.3 Compare
3 Weno FM Micronesia $1,410 3.7 Compare
4 McMurdo Station AQ Antarctica $4,280 2.2 Compare

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