Climate Insights for Atuntaqui

The climate in Atuntaqui is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 253mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Atuntaqui sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Atuntaqui sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 31°C. The warmest month is December, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Atuntaqui is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 253mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 7mm. That's 25mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Atuntaqui is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, 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 6km/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 4km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Atuntaqui, which began on June 21, 2026. Atuntaqui sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in December at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (16 days from now).

The best time to visit Atuntaqui is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Atuntaqui 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.