Climate Insights for La Libertad
Santa Elena Province, Ecuador
Climate Overview
The climate in La Libertad is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 368 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 106 mm of rainfall. La Libertad sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in La Libertad is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 14.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 4.2 in of rainfall. La Libertad sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
La Libertad has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 6°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.La Libertad has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 11°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
La Libertad is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 368 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 106 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5 mm. That's 101 mm 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.La Libertad is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 14.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 4.2 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 4 in 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.
Wind
La Libertad is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.La Libertad is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit La Libertad is during January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit La Libertad is during January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 80°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for La Libertad 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 La Libertad 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.