Climate Insights for San Rafael Norte
Climate Overview
The climate in San Rafael Norte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 3,946 mm of precipitation falls per year. San Rafael Norte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Rafael Norte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in San Rafael Norte is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 155.4 in of precipitation falls per year. San Rafael Norte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Rafael Norte sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
San Rafael Norte has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.San Rafael Norte has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 66°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 56°F and an average of 63°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
San Rafael Norte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,946 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 329 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 629 mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 59 mm. That's 570 mm less than October, 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.San Rafael Norte is a very wet location, receiving approximately 155.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 24.8 in of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.3 in. That's 22.4 in less than October, 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.
Wind
San Rafael Norte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.San Rafael Norte is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit San Rafael Norte is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 63 mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 23°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit San Rafael Norte is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.5 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 73°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Rafael Norte 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 San Rafael Norte 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.