Climate Insights for Zapallal
Ayabaca, Piura, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapallal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,509 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 397 mm of rainfall. Zapallal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zapallal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 59.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 15.6 in of rainfall. Zapallal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Zapallal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 28°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 21°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zapallal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 61°F to 82°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 61°F and an average of 70°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zapallal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,509 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 397 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 9 mm. That's 387 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.Zapallal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 59.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 15.6 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.4 in. That's 15.2 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
Zapallal 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 September, averaging 5km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Zapallal 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 September, averaging 3mph, 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. 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 Zapallal is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 33 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Zapallal is during May, June, July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 82°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 Zapallal 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 Zapallal 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.