Climate Insights for Virahuanca

Santa, Ancash, Peru

Hottest
February
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
September
16°C low60°F low
Wettest
March
80 mm rain3.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Virahuanca is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 262 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 80 mm of rainfall. Virahuanca sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Virahuanca is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 68°F and approximately 10.3 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.2 in of rainfall. Virahuanca sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 19°FebMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°MarMax: 25°Average: 22°Min: 20°AprMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 18°MayMax: 24°Average: 20°Min: 17°JunMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 17°JulMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°AugMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°SepMax: 22°Average: 18°Min: 16°OctMax: 22°Average: 19°Min: 16°NovMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 17°DecMax: 23°Average: 20°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 70°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 72°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 77°FAverage: 71°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 69°FMin: 65°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 68°FMin: 63°FJunMax: 73°FAverage: 67°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 72°FAverage: 66°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 72°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 66°FMin: 61°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 67°FMin: 62°FDecMax: 74°FAverage: 68°FMin: 64°F
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Virahuanca has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Virahuanca has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 65°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 36mmFebPrecipitation: 58mmMarPrecipitation: 80mmAprPrecipitation: 30mmMayPrecipitation: 5mmJunPrecipitation: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 5mmOctPrecipitation: 11mmNovPrecipitation: 10mmDecPrecipitation: 25mm
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0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.4inFebPrecipitation: 2.3inMarPrecipitation: 3.2inAprPrecipitation: 1.2inMayPrecipitation: 0.2inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 1in
Precipitation

Virahuanca is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 262 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 80 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 80 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.Virahuanca is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.1 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 3.1 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 5km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 5km/hJulWind Speed: 5km/hAugWind Speed: 5km/hSepWind Speed: 5km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
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Virahuanca 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 November, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Virahuanca 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 4mph, 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 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°72°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr21°69°F
May20°68°F
Jun19°67°F
Jul19°66°F
Aug19°65°F
Sep18°65°F
Oct19°66°F
Nov19°67°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Virahuanca is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Virahuanca is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. 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 Virahuanca 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 Virahuanca 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
19 °C66 °F
24 °C76 °F
5 km/h3 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
25 °C77 °F
5 km/h3 mph
80 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C65 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
17 °C63 °F
24 °C75 °F
5 km/h3 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
23 °C73 °F
5 km/h3 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C60 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
16 °C61 °F
22 °C72 °F
5 km/h3 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C62 °F
23 °C74 °F
6 km/h4 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
23 °C74 °F
6 km/h3 mph
25 mm1 in
0 cm0 in