Climate Overview
The climate in Páez is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 2886mm of precipitation falls per year. Páez receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Páez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Páez has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. October is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Páez is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2886mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 240mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 341mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 132mm. That's 209mm 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
Páez is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/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.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Páez, which began on March 20, 2026. Páez sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in October at around 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in September near 12°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 13 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 969mm across the season with a monthly average of 323mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 755mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 12 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 708mm across the season with a monthly average of 236mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 12 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 454mm across the season with a monthly average of 151mm. 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 Páez 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.
