Climate Insights for Yapato
Sullana, Piura, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yapato is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 758 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 256 mm of rainfall. Yapato sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yapato is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 29.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 10.1 in of rainfall. Yapato sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Yapato sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 31°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Yapato sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 88°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yapato is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 758 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 256 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1 mm. That's 255 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.Yapato is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 29.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.1 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0 in. That's 10 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
Yapato is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Yapato is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5mph, 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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Yapato is during January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 18 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Yapato is during January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 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 Yapato 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 Yapato 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.