Climate Insights for Ampanu
Huarmey, Ancash, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Ampanu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 79 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 11 mm of rainfall. Ampanu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ampanu is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 3.1 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 0.4 in of rainfall. Ampanu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ampanu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 28°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Ampanu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 82°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 63°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ampanu is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 79 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 3 mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Ampanu is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 3.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 0.4 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 0.1 in. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Ampanu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 15km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Ampanu is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph 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 10mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ampanu is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Ampanu is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. 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 Ampanu 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 Ampanu 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.