Climate Overview
The climate in Auroville is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 1032mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 212mm of rainfall. Auroville is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 23°C.
Temperature
Auroville sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 34°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Auroville is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1032mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 212mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4mm. That's 208mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Auroville is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Auroville, which began on June 21, 2026. Auroville is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 23°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 26 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 69mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 27 to 34°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 276mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 497mm across the season with a monthly average of 166mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 23 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 190mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Auroville based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
