Climate Insights for Villa Rica
San Ignacio, Cajamarca, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Villa Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2,429 mm of precipitation falls per year. Villa Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villa Rica sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Villa Rica is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 95.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Villa Rica receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villa Rica sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Villa Rica sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 24°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Villa Rica sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 76°F. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 67°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 63°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Villa Rica is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,429 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 202 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 341 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 98 mm. That's 243 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.Villa Rica is a very wet location, receiving approximately 95.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 13.4 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3.9 in. That's 9.6 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
Villa Rica 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 October, averaging 3km/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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Villa Rica 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 October, averaging 2mph, 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. 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 Villa Rica is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 24°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 12°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 Villa Rica is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 76°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 54°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 Villa Rica 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 Villa Rica 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.