Climate Insights for Gualaceo

Gualaceo, Provincia del Azuay, Ecuador

Hottest
January
-29°C peak
Coldest
October
-73°C low
Wettest
March
11mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Gualaceo is cold. The average annual temperature is -54°C and approximately 63mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 11mm of rainfall. Gualaceo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from January to August, with around 63cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-80° -70° -60° -50° -40° -30° -20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -29° Average: -31° Min: -36° Feb Max: -33° Average: -36° Min: -39° Mar Max: -38° Average: -40° Min: -42° Apr Max: -43° Average: -44° Min: -45° May Max: -45° Average: -46° Min: -49° Jun Max: -48° Average: -50° Min: -56° Jul Max: -53° Average: -56° Min: -62° Aug Max: -62° Average: -65° Min: -68° Sep Max: -70° Average: -72° Min: -73° Oct Max: -70° Average: -72° Min: -73° Nov Max: -67° Average: -68° Min: -69° Dec Max: -65° Average: -67° Min: -69°
Max
Average
Min

Gualaceo has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at -29°C with a mean of -31°C. October brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -73°C and an average temperature of -72°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 10mm Mar Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 6mm May Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 8mm Jun Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 9mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 3mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gualaceo is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 63mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11mm of rainfall. February and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to August, with around 63cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 11cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 10km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Gualaceo 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 January, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Gualaceo, which began on June 21, 2026. Gualaceo sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in January at around -29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in October near -73°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -73 to -67°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from -69 to -29°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -49 to -38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 25mm for the entire season. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -68 to -48°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 19mm for the entire season. Expect around 19cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gualaceo 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-36 °C
-29 °C
10 km/h
8 mm
8 cm
Feb
-39 °C
-33 °C
8 km/h
10 mm
10 cm
Mar
-42 °C
-38 °C
9 km/h
11 mm
11 cm
Apr
-45 °C
-43 °C
8 km/h
6 mm
6 cm
May
-49 °C
-45 °C
7 km/h
8 mm
8 cm
Jun
-56 °C
-48 °C
6 km/h
9 mm
9 cm
Jul
-62 °C
-53 °C
6 km/h
7 mm
7 cm
Aug
-68 °C
-62 °C
6 km/h
3 mm
3 cm
Sep Current
-73 °C
-70 °C
5 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
-73 °C
-70 °C
4 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
-69 °C
-67 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Dec
-69 °C
-65 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
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