Climate Overview
The climate in Patacamaya is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 727mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 142mm of rainfall. Patacamaya 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, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Light snow can occur between May and September.
Temperature
Temperatures in Patacamaya vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Patacamaya is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 727mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 61mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 142mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15mm. That's 127mm less than February, 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. Light snowfall can occur between May and September, totalling around 14cm annually. September is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.
Wind
Patacamaya is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
90 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Patacamaya, which began on June 21, 2026. Patacamaya 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 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -2°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 373mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 164mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Patacamaya 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.