Climate Insights for Tumbes
Climate Overview
The climate in Tumbes is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 682 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 199 mm of rainfall. Tumbes sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tumbes is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 26.8 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 7.8 in of rainfall. Tumbes sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tumbes has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. August 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 6°C between highs and lows.Tumbes has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Tumbes is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 682 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 199 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2 mm. That's 197 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.Tumbes is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 26.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 7.8 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 7.8 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
Tumbes is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Tumbes is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tumbes is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Tumbes is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tumbes 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 Tumbes 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.