Climate Insights for Puerto Maldonado
Tambopata, Madre de Dios, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Puerto Maldonado is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,272 mm of precipitation falls per year. Puerto Maldonado receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Puerto Maldonado is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.The climate in Puerto Maldonado is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 89.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Puerto Maldonado receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Puerto Maldonado is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 67°F.
Temperature
Puerto Maldonado sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 33°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Puerto Maldonado sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 91°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Puerto Maldonado is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,272 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 189 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 369 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 32 mm. That's 337 mm less than December, 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.Puerto Maldonado is a very wet location, receiving approximately 89.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 14.5 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.3 in. That's 13.3 in less than December, 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
Puerto Maldonado is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/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.Puerto Maldonado is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Puerto Maldonado is during May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 56 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Puerto Maldonado is during May, June and July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.2 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 91°F. 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 Puerto Maldonado 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 Puerto Maldonado 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.