Climate Insights for Tarapoto

San Martín, Peru

Hottest
September
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
19°C low67°F low
Wettest
March
302 mm rain11.9 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Tarapoto is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,173 mm of precipitation falls per year. Tarapoto receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tarapoto sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tarapoto is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 85.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Tarapoto receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tarapoto sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°FebMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°MarMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°JunMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°JulMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°AugMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 20°SepMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 21°OctMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 21°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°DecMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 70°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FJunMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FJulMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FAugMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FSepMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 69°FOctMax: 87°FAverage: 77°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 77°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 70°F
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Tarapoto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Tarapoto sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 88°F. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°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 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 200mmFebPrecipitation: 221mmMarPrecipitation: 302mmAprPrecipitation: 250mmMayPrecipitation: 202mmJunPrecipitation: 122mmJulPrecipitation: 82mmAugPrecipitation: 79mmSepPrecipitation: 120mmOctPrecipitation: 196mmNovPrecipitation: 228mmDecPrecipitation: 173mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.9inFebPrecipitation: 8.7inMarPrecipitation: 11.9inAprPrecipitation: 9.8inMayPrecipitation: 8inJunPrecipitation: 4.8inJulPrecipitation: 3.2inAugPrecipitation: 3.1inSepPrecipitation: 4.7inOctPrecipitation: 7.7inNovPrecipitation: 9inDecPrecipitation: 6.8in
Precipitation

Tarapoto is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,173 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 181 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 302 mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 79 mm. That's 223 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.Tarapoto is a very wet location, receiving approximately 85.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 11.9 in of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3.1 in. That's 8.8 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

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4km/hFebWind Speed: 4km/hMarWind Speed: 3km/hAprWind Speed: 3km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 3km/hSepWind Speed: 3km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 4km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 2mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 2mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
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Tarapoto 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 December, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Tarapoto 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 December, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar24°76°F
Apr24°76°F
May24°76°F
Jun24°75°F
Jul24°75°F
Aug25°76°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Tarapoto is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Tarapoto is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tarapoto 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 Tarapoto 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C70 °F
30 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
200 mm7.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
21 °C70 °F
29 °C85 °F
4 km/h2 mph
221 mm8.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
3 km/h2 mph
302 mm11.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C69 °F
29 °C85 °F
3 km/h2 mph
250 mm9.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C69 °F
29 °C85 °F
3 km/h2 mph
202 mm8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
20 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
3 km/h2 mph
122 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C67 °F
29 °C85 °F
3 km/h2 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
20 °C68 °F
31 °C87 °F
3 km/h2 mph
79 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C69 °F
31 °C88 °F
3 km/h2 mph
120 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
31 °C87 °F
4 km/h2 mph
196 mm7.7 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
30 °C86 °F
4 km/h2 mph
228 mm9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
21 °C70 °F
30 °C85 °F
4 km/h3 mph
173 mm6.8 in
0 cm0 in