Climate Insights for Loja
Barrio Central, Ecuador
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
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
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
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
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.