Climate Insights for Vista Alegre
Santa Cruz, Cajamarca, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Vista Alegre is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 2,194 mm of precipitation falls per year. Vista Alegre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vista Alegre sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Vista Alegre is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 86.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Vista Alegre receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vista Alegre sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Vista Alegre has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 16°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Vista Alegre has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 69°F with a mean of 60°F. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 53°F and an average of 59°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Vista Alegre is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,194 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 183 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 413 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 47 mm. That's 366 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.Vista Alegre is a very wet location, receiving approximately 86.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.3 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 14.4 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
Vista Alegre 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 July, 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.Vista Alegre 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 July, 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 Vista Alegre is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 59 mm per month. By contrast, November can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 11°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Vista Alegre is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 in per month. By contrast, November can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 53°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 Vista Alegre 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 Vista Alegre 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.