Climate Insights for Altamiza
San Ignacio, Cajamarca, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Altamiza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2,846 mm of precipitation falls per year. Altamiza receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altamiza sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Altamiza is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 112 in of precipitation falls per year. Altamiza receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altamiza sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Altamiza sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 27°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Altamiza sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 81°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Altamiza is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,846 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 237 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 373 mm of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 136 mm. That's 237 mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Altamiza is a very wet location, receiving approximately 112 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.7 in of rainfall. April and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5.4 in. That's 9.3 in less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Altamiza 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 November, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Altamiza 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 November, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 Altamiza 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 Altamiza 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.