Climate Insights for Yumbe
Huancabamba, Piura, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Yumbe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 2,054 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 411 mm of rainfall. Yumbe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Yumbe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 80.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 16.2 in of rainfall. Yumbe sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Yumbe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 22°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 16°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Yumbe sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 51°F to 72°F. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 72°F with a mean of 61°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 60°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Yumbe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,054 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 171 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 411 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 21 mm. That's 390 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.Yumbe is a very wet location, receiving approximately 80.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.2 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.8 in. That's 15.4 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
Yumbe 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 7km/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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 6km/h in winter, 4km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.Yumbe 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 4mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 2mph in summer, 2mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Yumbe is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 49 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Yumbe is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.9 in per month. 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 Yumbe 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 Yumbe 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.