Climate Insights for Alto Hungurahui
Lamas, San Martín, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto Hungurahui is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,725 mm of precipitation falls per year. Alto Hungurahui receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Hungurahui sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Alto Hungurahui is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 67.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Alto Hungurahui receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Alto Hungurahui sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Alto Hungurahui sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 29°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Alto Hungurahui sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 84°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Alto Hungurahui is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,725 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 144 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 249 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 60 mm. That's 189 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.Alto Hungurahui is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 67.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 9.8 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.4 in. That's 7.4 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
Alto Hungurahui 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 December, averaging 4km/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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alto Hungurahui 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 December, averaging 3mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alto Hungurahui is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 68 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 Alto Hungurahui is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 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 Alto Hungurahui 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 Alto Hungurahui 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.