Climate Insights for Ahijadero

Contumazá, Cajamarca, Peru

Hottest
August
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
July
14°C low58°F low
Wettest
March
363 mm rain14.3 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ahijadero is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,621 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 363 mm of rainfall. Ahijadero sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ahijadero is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 63.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 14.3 in of rainfall. Ahijadero sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°FebMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°MarMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°AprMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 15°MayMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°JunMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°JulMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 14°AugMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°SepMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°OctMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°NovMax: 24°Average: 19°Min: 15°DecMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 72°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FAugMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FSepMax: 75°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FOctMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 66°FMin: 59°FDecMax: 73°FAverage: 65°FMin: 59°F
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Ahijadero has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Ahijadero has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 66°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 58°F and an average of 66°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mm400mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 217mmFebPrecipitation: 323mmMarPrecipitation: 363mmAprPrecipitation: 227mmMayPrecipitation: 98mmJunPrecipitation: 34mmJulPrecipitation: 16mmAugPrecipitation: 14mmSepPrecipitation: 38mmOctPrecipitation: 86mmNovPrecipitation: 54mmDecPrecipitation: 151mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8.5inFebPrecipitation: 12.7inMarPrecipitation: 14.3inAprPrecipitation: 9inMayPrecipitation: 3.9inJunPrecipitation: 1.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSepPrecipitation: 1.5inOctPrecipitation: 3.4inNovPrecipitation: 2.1inDecPrecipitation: 5.9in
Precipitation

Ahijadero is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,621 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 135 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 363 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 14 mm. That's 349 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.Ahijadero is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 63.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.3 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. That's 13.7 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 3km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 2mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 2mph
Wind Speed

Ahijadero is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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.Ahijadero 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 August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan18°65°F
Feb18°64°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr18°65°F
May19°66°F
Jun19°65°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°66°F
Sep19°67°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Ahijadero is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 48 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 Ahijadero is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 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 Ahijadero 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 Ahijadero 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
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h2 mph
217 mm8.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
4 km/h2 mph
323 mm12.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
3 km/h2 mph
363 mm14.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
15 °C59 °F
22 °C72 °F
3 km/h2 mph
227 mm9 in
0 cm0 in
May
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
3 km/h2 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C58 °F
23 °C74 °F
4 km/h2 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
14 °C58 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
15 °C58 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h2 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
15 °C59 °F
24 °C74 °F
4 km/h2 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C59 °F
24 °C75 °F
4 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C59 °F
23 °C73 °F
4 km/h2 mph
151 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in