The climate of Cocos Islands
The current climate in Cocos Islands features temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 25°C and in the warmer months around 26°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Cocos Islands.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Cocos Islands in recent years was 32°C in February 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 24°C in September 2019.
Rainfall amount
On average, Cocos Islands receives 540 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Cocos Islands?
The best time to visit Cocos Islands for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Cocos Islands.
Climate Table of Cocos Islands
The climate table of Cocos Islands shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 65 | 31 | 59 | 62 | 51 | 63 | 78 | 49 | 10 | 16 | 28 | 28 |
| UV Index | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Cocos Islands. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Cocos Islands
Yearly Temperature in Cocos Islands
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Cocos Islands. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Cocos Islands
Total Yearly Precipitation in Cocos Islands
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Cocos Islands. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Cocos Islands
Weather experiences in Cocos Islands
The weather in Cocos Islands is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 11 visitors. Have you been to Cocos Islands? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Yara Poel
Warm, lots of sunshine and the occasional refreshing shower. A moment of heavy rain. In short, a good choice for a sunny winter vacation.
MaudOctober brought sunny days, moderately warm weather and occasional rain in the Cocos Islands. The atmosphere was quite humid, but not stifling. It was about 26-28 degrees. Great experience despite mixed weather.
PimMostly sunny days, ideal for relaxing on the beach. However, there were showers. In short, still a great experience!
NaomiIdeal for lounging in and warm enough for all types of outdoor activities. Not too warm, with a good balance.
LinaMostly rain and clouds, partly clear skies. There were also high waves. Not ideal.
InezIt was warm and tropical, with a refreshing shower. The evenings were extremely pleasant and cool. Less pleasant were the consistently high humidity and occasional heavy rains.
OliviaMoist weather tempers the tropical heat and keeps you comfortable. The air remains mostly clear, ideal for outdoor activities.
Silke van KreijThe temperature, not too hot and not too cold, made it ideal for outdoor activities. However, the winter rains were unpredictable.
AronOccasionally there were heavy, short showers, but they were refreshing rather than annoying. Definitely recommended for sun worshippers!
Olivia SoppeI experienced both days with bright sunshine and days with little rain. Not too hot, quite pleasant. Comfortable for outdoor activities without excessive heat.
WijnandAlthough it could get a little hot, the frequent rain showers made it bearable and provided some refreshment. In short, a pleasant experience.
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Average weather in Cocos Islands by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cocos Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.