Climate Insights for Esmeraldas
Climate Overview
The climate in Esmeraldas is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,547 mm of precipitation falls per year. Esmeraldas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Esmeraldas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Esmeraldas is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 60.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Esmeraldas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Esmeraldas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Esmeraldas has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Esmeraldas has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 77°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Esmeraldas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,547 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 129 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 270 mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 38 mm. That's 232 mm 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.Esmeraldas is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 60.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.1 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 10.6 in of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 1.5 in. That's 9.1 in 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.
Wind
Esmeraldas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/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 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Esmeraldas is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph 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 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Esmeraldas 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 Esmeraldas 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.