Climate Insights for Tunazan
San Miguel, Cajamarca, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Tunazan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 1,056 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 252 mm of rainfall. Tunazan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Tunazan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 41.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 9.9 in of rainfall. Tunazan sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Tunazan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 26°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Tunazan sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 60°F to 79°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 66°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Tunazan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,056 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 252 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 17 mm. That's 235 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.Tunazan is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 9.9 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.7 in. That's 9.3 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
Tunazan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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.Tunazan 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 November, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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 Tunazan is during May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 43 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 26°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Tunazan is during May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 79°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 Tunazan 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 Tunazan 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.