Climate Insights for Zapote
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapote is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3,016 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zapote receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapote sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zapote is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 118.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Zapote receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapote sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Zapote has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 19°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Zapote has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 74°F with a mean of 67°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 58°F and an average of 64°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,016 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 251 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 513 mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 52 mm. That's 461 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.Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 118.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.9 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 20.2 in of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 2 in. That's 18.1 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
Zapote 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 February, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.Zapote 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 February, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 5mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 2mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapote is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 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 Zapote is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 74°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 Zapote 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 Zapote 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.