Climate Insights for Cáchira

The climate in Cáchira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1656mm of precipitation falls per year. Cáchira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cáchira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Cáchira has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Cáchira is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1656mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 138mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 240mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 35mm. That's 205mm less than May, 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.

Cáchira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, 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.

It is currently autumn in Cáchira, which began on September 23, 2026. Cáchira sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

The best time to visit Cáchira is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 56mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cáchira 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.