Climate Insights for Pucallpa
Coronel Portillo, Ucayali, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Pucallpa is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 2,648 mm of precipitation falls per year. Pucallpa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pucallpa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Pucallpa is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 104.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Pucallpa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pucallpa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Pucallpa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Pucallpa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 79°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Pucallpa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,648 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 221 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 374 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 71 mm. That's 303 mm 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.Pucallpa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 104.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.7 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2.8 in. That's 11.9 in 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.
Wind
Pucallpa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Pucallpa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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 Pucallpa 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 Pucallpa 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.