Climate Insights for Aguasalada
Arequipa, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Aguasalada is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 782 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 241 mm of rainfall. Aguasalada is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Aguasalada is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 30.8 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 9.5 in of rainfall. Aguasalada is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.
Temperature
Aguasalada sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 21°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 15°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Aguasalada sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 44°F to 70°F. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 59°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 56°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Aguasalada is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 782 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 241 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 mm. That's 241 mm less than February, 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.Aguasalada is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 9.5 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 9.5 in less than February, 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
Aguasalada 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 August, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/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, 8km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.Aguasalada is mildly breezy, 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 August, averaging 5mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph 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 5mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Aguasalada is during October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 21°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Aguasalada is during October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 70°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 44°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 Aguasalada 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 Aguasalada 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.