Climate Overview
The climate in Cayambe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 2098mm of precipitation falls per year. Cayambe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Cayambe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Cayambe has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 11°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Cayambe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2098mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 175mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 263mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 64mm. That's 199mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Cayambe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Cayambe, which began on March 20, 2026. Cayambe 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 7°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 8 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 737mm across the season with a monthly average of 246mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 296mm for the season, averaging 99mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 468mm across the season with a monthly average of 156mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 8 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 597mm across the season with a monthly average of 199mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cayambe 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.
