Climate Insights for Yerba Santa
Lambayeque, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yerba Santa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 1,992 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 485 mm of rainfall. Yerba Santa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yerba Santa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 78.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 19.1 in of rainfall. Yerba Santa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Yerba Santa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 25°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 20°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Yerba Santa sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 56°F to 76°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 68°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 56°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yerba Santa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,992 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 166 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 485 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7 mm. That's 478 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.Yerba Santa is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 78.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 19.1 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.3 in. That's 18.8 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
Yerba Santa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 April, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Yerba Santa 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 November, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Yerba Santa is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 25°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Yerba Santa is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 76°F. 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.