Climate Insights for Cajabamba

The climate in Cajabamba is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1411mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 246mm of rainfall. Cajabamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Cajabamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 22°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Cajabamba is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1411mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 246mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15mm. That's 231mm 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.

Cajabamba 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 July, averaging 5km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently winter in Cajabamba, which began on June 21, 2026. Cajabamba sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 8°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

The best time to visit Cajabamba is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 32mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cajabamba 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.