Rarotonga is the second furthest south of the Cook Islands group. Temperature ranges between 64ºF (18ºC) and 82ºF (28ºC) during the southern winter; May to October. During the Summer which is November to April ranges between 70ºF (21ºC) and 84ºF (29ºC). The rainy season is usually January to early May. Severe weather is rare. However, February is the most susceptible time for cyclones.