Climate Insights for Yanayacu
Cajabamba, Cajamarca, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yanayacu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,411 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 246 mm of rainfall. Yanayacu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yanayacu is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 55.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 9.7 in of rainfall. Yanayacu sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Yanayacu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 22°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 15°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Yanayacu sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 47°F to 72°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 59°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yanayacu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,411 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 246 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 15 mm. That's 231 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.Yanayacu is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 9.7 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 9.1 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
Yanayacu 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 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Yanayacu 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Yanayacu is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 32 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Yanayacu is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 59°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 47°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 Yanayacu 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 Yanayacu 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.