Climate Overview
The climate in Mapiri is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 3580mm of precipitation falls per year. Mapiri receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mapiri is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, October, January. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.
Temperature
Mapiri sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 26°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Mapiri is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3580mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 298mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 505mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 114mm. That's 391mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Mapiri is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
84 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Mapiri, which began on June 21, 2026. Mapiri is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 14°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 849mm across the season with a monthly average of 283mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 18 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1472mm across the season with a monthly average of 491mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 860mm across the season with a monthly average of 287mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 14 to 24°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 399mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/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 Mapiri 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.
