The climate in Auroville is tropical. From December to March the day-time temperature range is 24 to 30°C (74 – 85ºF) . From April onwards, the temperature rises and can reach a peak of about 40°C (105°F) in May-June; occasional rainfall from July starts to bring the temperature down. The main monsoon period usually starts around mid October and continues to mid December. Nights are generally about 5°C cooler than the days.”