Climate Overview
The climate in Gachancipá is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1456mm of precipitation falls per year. Gachancipá receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gachancipá sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Gachancipá sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 20°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Gachancipá is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1456mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 121mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 219mm of rainfall. March and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 60mm. That's 159mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Gachancipá is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gachancipá, which began on March 20, 2026. Gachancipá sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 11 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 586mm across the season with a monthly average of 195mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 218mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 404mm across the season with a monthly average of 135mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 9 to 20°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 249mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/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 Gachancipá 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.
