Climate Insights for Yactun
Aija, Ancash, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yactun is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 1,789 mm of precipitation falls per year. Yactun receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yactun sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yactun is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 70.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Yactun receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Yactun sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Yactun has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Yactun has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 62°F with a mean of 54°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 54°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Yactun is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,789 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 149 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 316 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 45 mm. That's 271 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.Yactun is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 70.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.9 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 12.4 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.8 in. That's 10.7 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
Yactun 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.Yactun 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 July, averaging 3mph, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Yactun 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 Yactun 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.