Climate Insights for Zapotal

Chepén, La Libertad, Peru

Hottest
February
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
August
16°C low60°F low
Wettest
March
132 mm rain5.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, April, May
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zapotal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 456 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 132 mm of rainfall. Zapotal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zapotal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 18 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 5.2 in of rainfall. Zapotal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°FebMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°MarMax: 27°Average: 23°Min: 20°AprMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 19°MayMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°JunMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°JulMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°AugMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°SepMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 16°OctMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 17°NovMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°DecMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FMayMax: 80°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°FJunMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FAugMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FSepMax: 78°FAverage: 68°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FNovMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 63°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 65°F
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Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 16°C to 27°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 60°F to 81°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 60°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 57mmFebPrecipitation: 102mmMarPrecipitation: 132mmAprPrecipitation: 53mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmJunPrecipitation: 2mmJulPrecipitation: 2mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 8mmOctPrecipitation: 21mmNovPrecipitation: 17mmDecPrecipitation: 44mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.3inFebPrecipitation: 4inMarPrecipitation: 5.2inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inJunPrecipitation: 0.1inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 0.7inDecPrecipitation: 1.7in
Precipitation

Zapotal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 456 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 132 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2 mm. That's 130 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.Zapotal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 18 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0.1 in. That's 5.1 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

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 4km/hJunWind Speed: 4km/hJulWind Speed: 4km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 5km/hNovWind Speed: 5km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 3mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 3mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 3mphNovWind Speed: 3mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Zapotal 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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, 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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zapotal 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 July, 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

Jan22°72°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar23°73°F
Apr22°72°F
May22°71°F
Jun21°69°F
Jul20°68°F
Aug20°68°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct20°69°F
Nov21°69°F
Dec21°71°F

The best time to visit Zapotal is during January, 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 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 27°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zapotal is during January, 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 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 81°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 Zapotal 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 Zapotal 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C67 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
57 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
5 km/h3 mph
102 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
4 km/h3 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
19 °C67 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
53 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
4 km/h3 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
16 °C61 °F
25 °C77 °F
4 km/h2 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C60 °F
25 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
26 °C78 °F
4 km/h3 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C62 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
17 °C63 °F
26 °C78 °F
5 km/h3 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C65 °F
26 °C79 °F
5 km/h3 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in