Climate Insights for Loja

Barrio Central, Ecuador

Hottest
September
23°C peak73°F peak
Coldest
July
13°C low55°F low
Wettest
March
258 mm rain10.1 in rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Loja is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1,627 mm of precipitation falls per year. Loja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Loja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Loja is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 64 in of precipitation falls per year. Loja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Loja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 14°FebMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°MarMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 14°AprMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°MayMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 21°Average: 17°Min: 13°JulMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 13°AugMax: 22°Average: 17°Min: 13°SepMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°OctMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°NovMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°DecMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FFebMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FMarMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 58°FAprMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FMayMax: 71°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 62°FMin: 56°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 61°FMin: 55°FAugMax: 71°FAverage: 63°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FNovMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°FDecMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 58°F
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Loja 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.Loja has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 64°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 55°F and an average of 61°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 214mmFebPrecipitation: 216mmMarPrecipitation: 258mmAprPrecipitation: 186mmMayPrecipitation: 106mmJunPrecipitation: 79mmJulPrecipitation: 54mmAugPrecipitation: 38mmSepPrecipitation: 42mmOctPrecipitation: 95mmNovPrecipitation: 139mmDecPrecipitation: 201mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.4inFebPrecipitation: 8.5inMarPrecipitation: 10.1inAprPrecipitation: 7.3inMayPrecipitation: 4.2inJunPrecipitation: 3.1inJulPrecipitation: 2.1inAugPrecipitation: 1.5inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inOctPrecipitation: 3.7inNovPrecipitation: 5.5inDecPrecipitation: 7.9in
Precipitation

Loja is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,627 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 136 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 258 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 38 mm. That's 219 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.Loja is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.2 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.5 in. That's 8.6 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 9km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 6km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Loja 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.Loja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph 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 5mph in winter, 4mph in spring, 3mph in summer, 3mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan17°63°F
Feb18°64°F
Mar17°63°F
Apr18°64°F
May18°64°F
Jun17°62°F
Jul16°61°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep18°64°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit Loja 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 62 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Loja is during June, July, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.4 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Loja 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 Loja 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
14 °C58 °F
21 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
214 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
216 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
4 km/h3 mph
258 mm10.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
5 km/h3 mph
186 mm7.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
22 °C71 °F
6 km/h4 mph
106 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
13 °C56 °F
21 °C70 °F
8 km/h5 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
13 °C55 °F
21 °C69 °F
9 km/h6 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
22 °C71 °F
9 km/h6 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
8 km/h5 mph
42 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
6 km/h4 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C58 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
201 mm7.9 in
0 cm0 in