Climate Insights for Nueva Loja
Lago Agrio, Sucumbíos, Ecuador
Climate Overview
The climate in Nueva Loja is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 3,755 mm of precipitation falls per year. Nueva Loja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nueva Loja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Nueva Loja is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 147.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Nueva Loja receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nueva Loja sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Nueva Loja has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Nueva Loja has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Nueva Loja is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,755 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 313 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 467 mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 214 mm. That's 253 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Nueva Loja is a very wet location, receiving approximately 147.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12.3 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 18.4 in of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 8.4 in. That's 10 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Nueva Loja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Nueva Loja is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nueva 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 Nueva 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.