Climate Insights for Taija
El Charco, Nariño, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Taija is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 6,139 mm of precipitation falls per year. Taija receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Taija sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Taija is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 241.7 in of precipitation falls per year. Taija receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Taija sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Taija has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Taija has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 13°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Taija is a very wet location, receiving approximately 6,139 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 512 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 714 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 390 mm. That's 324 mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Taija is a very wet location, receiving approximately 241.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20.2 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 28.1 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 15.4 in. That's 12.8 in less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Taija is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Taija is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Taija 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Taija based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.