Climate Insights for Yerba Santa
Pisco, Ica, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yerba Santa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 658 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 193 mm of rainfall. Yerba Santa is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, September, October. The coldest months are June, May, August, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.The climate in Yerba Santa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 25.9 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 7.6 in of rainfall. Yerba Santa is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, September, October. The coldest months are June, May, August, when temperatures can drop to 57°F.
Temperature
Yerba Santa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 17°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Yerba Santa has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 13°F range. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 70°F with a mean of 64°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 57°F and an average of 63°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Yerba Santa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 658 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 55 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 193 mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 mm. That's 193 mm less than February, 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.Yerba Santa is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.2 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 7.6 in of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 7.6 in less than February, 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
Yerba Santa 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 November, averaging 4km/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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Yerba Santa 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 November, 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 Yerba Santa is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 15 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Yerba Santa is during April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 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 Yerba Santa 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 Yerba Santa 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.