Climate Insights for Guateque

The climate in Guateque is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 1734mm of precipitation falls per year. Guateque receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Guateque sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Guateque has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. September 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 7°C between highs and lows.

Guateque is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1734mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 145mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 224mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 67mm. That's 157mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Guateque is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently spring in Guateque, which began on March 20, 2026. Guateque 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 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Guateque is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 82mm per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Guateque 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.