Climate Insights for Taurapa
Atalaya, Ucayali, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Taurapa is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,401 mm of precipitation falls per year. Taurapa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Taurapa 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.The climate in Taurapa is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 94.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Taurapa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Taurapa 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 69°F.
Temperature
Taurapa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is September, 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.Taurapa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 69°F to 88°F. The warmest month is September, 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. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Taurapa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,401 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 200 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 375 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 40 mm. That's 335 mm less than February, 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.Taurapa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 94.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.9 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 14.8 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.6 in. That's 13.2 in less than February, 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
Taurapa 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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Taurapa 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 March, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Taurapa is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 69 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Taurapa is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.7 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 88°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 Taurapa 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 Taurapa 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.