Climate Insights for Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez

The climate in Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1627mm of precipitation falls per year. Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 16°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1627mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 258mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 38mm. That's 219mm less than March, 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.

Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 9km/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 speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5km/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 9km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.

It is currently winter in Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez, which began on June 21, 2026. Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in September at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 13°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (2 days from now).

The best time to visit Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez is during June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Catamayo / Camilo Ponce Enriquez 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.