Climate Insights for Potrerillos Abajo

The climate in Potrerillos Abajo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 3691mm of precipitation falls per year. Potrerillos Abajo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Potrerillos Abajo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Potrerillos Abajo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.

Potrerillos Abajo is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3691mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 308mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 553mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 60mm. That's 493mm less than November, 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.

Potrerillos Abajo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 8km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Potrerillos Abajo, which began on March 20, 2026. Potrerillos Abajo sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 17°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Potrerillos Abajo is during January, February and March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 72mm per month. By contrast, May can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Potrerillos Abajo 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.