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Capital
Avarua
Scene and Culture
The Cook Islands have a very small population and there is no gay scene to speak of. This is the sort of destination to come with your lover and have a romantic time in these stunningly beautiful islands
Gay Age of Consent
Illegal
Lesbian Age of Consent
Not mentioned in law
Legal Notes
Although a territory of New Zealand, male homosexuality is illegal. Under s155 Sodomy is punishable by up to 7 years imprisonment (14 years if with a female) Under S154 Indecent acts with males is punishable by 5 years imprisonment
Population
20,407
Currency
Dollar NZ$
Climate
The best time to visit the Cook Islands are the cooler and drier winter months of June to August.
The Cook Islands are geographically very spread so the climate varies throughout the islands. Being tropical it is generally hot throughout the year with temperatures ranging between 20c and 32c in the summer months (November to March) and 15c to 27c in the winter (June to August). The south easterly trade winds do provide some moderating influence. Rainfall is heaviest in Rarotonga, while the northern atolls tend to be drier.The rainy season is November to March.