Climate Insights for Alausí

The climate in Alausí is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 307mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Alausí sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Alausí sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 24°C to 37°C. June is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 30°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 28°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Alausí is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 307mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. That's 32mm less than February, 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.

Alausí 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 December, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 3km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Alausí, which began on June 21, 2026. Alausí sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 24°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alausí 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.