Weather - When Should We Visit?
What's happening at Muri Retreat and around Rarotonga?
The Weather in Rarotonga is Fantastic.
Yes, it can rain. Yes, it can get windy...but it's always a tropical paradise and it's always a good time to visit.
The Cook Islands enjoy a tropical and sunny climate all year round. The drier months are from April to November, with an average temperature of 27°C.
November to March marks the summer season, with slightly higher humidity and occasional rainfall between December and March when the temperature ranges between 25°C (min) and 33°C (max).
Don't be put off by rainfall in our summer months. It is typically brief morning or afternoon tropical showers that help clear the humidity.
The shoulder months of April, May, September, and October are great times to visit. The weather in these months is usually the perfect balance of warm temperatures and dry skies.
For the Drewery Family, we love every month with summer as our favourite time.
We love the heat, tropical fruit and sultry nights under the star-filled sky ;-)
Go on...join us in 2023!

What our previous guests have said
5 Star! My Partner & I had an amazing stay set into the forest of Muri. A tropical island retreat like no other. The amenities were amazing and TV and
Marco | 5th August 2023, New Zealand
5-Star Great location and fantastic hosts The location was ideal for accessing different parts of the island. A quiet part of the lagoon was a 5-minute walk
Ella-Louise | 12th July 2023, New Zealand
5 Star. We had an awesome holiday in paradise and Onu fitted our needs perfectly for the 2-week stay where we could witness the local pigeon eating berries
Mike & Jizzy | 26th May 2023, New Zealand
5 Star. Simon’s place is really nice, tidy and comfortable. The views are amazing and the location peaceful and private. He was super friendly,
Julia & Pablo | 25th May 2023, New Zealand | Argentina
5 Star. The most accommodating and welcoming owners ever. Both Simon and Denise are the friendliest owners that I've ever had. Always checking up on you
Souhei Chan | 6th April 2023, New Zealand
5 Star! What an amazing stay - can't wait to be back! Stayed here for our honeymoon and birthday celebrations . What an absolute gem - Thank you Simon
Mr & Mrs Dandekar | 24th March 2023, United Kingdom
5 Star. I had a great stay of 9 nights with my boyfriend. The new owners Simon and Denise are super friendly and the place was clean, surrounded by nature and
Cecilia Elizalde | 3rd March 2023, Argentina & NZ
We stayed in the spacious Kaute apartment, which is one of 4 apartments in the Muri Retreat house. From the moment of welcome to the moment of goodbye our stay
David & Karen | 2nd March 2023, Belgium, Germany & NZ
5 Star. We booked Muri Retreat for 4 nights and it was such a great spot to stay and explore the Cook Islands. Such a beautiful private sanctuary with
Malanie & Michael | 4th Feb 2023, New Zealand
5 Star! Muri Retreat Apartments have new owners Simon and Denise. They took over ownership the day after we arrived. Friendly and very helpful. Could not of
Christine | 4th Jan 2023, New Zealand