Climate Insights for Virú
Chiclayo, Lambayeque, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Virú is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,231 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 321 mm of rainfall. Virú sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Virú is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 67°F and approximately 48.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 12.6 in of rainfall. Virú sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Virú has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 20°C. November 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.Virú has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 68°F. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 66°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Virú is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,231 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 103 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 321 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 16 mm. That's 304 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.Virú is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 48.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 12.6 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 12 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
Virú 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 December, 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.Virú 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 December, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 Virú 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 45 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 25°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Virú 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 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 77°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 Virú 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 Virú 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.