Climate Insights for Atahualpa
Datem del Marañón, Loreto, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Atahualpa is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 3,257 mm of precipitation falls per year. Atahualpa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atahualpa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Atahualpa is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 128.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Atahualpa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Atahualpa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Atahualpa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Atahualpa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 88°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Atahualpa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,257 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 271 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 404 mm of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 147 mm. That's 257 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.Atahualpa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 128.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 10.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 15.9 in of rainfall. December and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5.8 in. That's 10.1 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
Atahualpa 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 August, 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.Atahualpa 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 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 Atahualpa 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 Atahualpa 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.