Climate Insights for Zapotal

San Ignacio, Cajamarca, Peru

Hottest
November
30°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
July
18°C low64°F low
Wettest
April
221 mm rain8.7 in rain
Best to Visit
September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Zapotal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,722 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zapotal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. 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 74°F and approximately 67.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Zapotal receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zapotal sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°FebMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MarMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 20°MayMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 19°JunMax: 27°Average: 22°Min: 18°JulMax: 26°Average: 22°Min: 18°AugMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 18°SepMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°OctMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 20°DecMax: 30°Average: 24°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FFebMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FAprMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FMayMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FJunMax: 80°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 71°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 65°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 66°FOctMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 87°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 68°F
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Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 30°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zapotal sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 87°F. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 153mmFebPrecipitation: 147mmMarPrecipitation: 211mmAprPrecipitation: 221mmMayPrecipitation: 161mmJunPrecipitation: 123mmJulPrecipitation: 138mmAugPrecipitation: 109mmSepPrecipitation: 98mmOctPrecipitation: 108mmNovPrecipitation: 119mmDecPrecipitation: 137mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6inFebPrecipitation: 5.8inMarPrecipitation: 8.3inAprPrecipitation: 8.7inMayPrecipitation: 6.3inJunPrecipitation: 4.8inJulPrecipitation: 5.4inAugPrecipitation: 4.3inSepPrecipitation: 3.9inOctPrecipitation: 4.2inNovPrecipitation: 4.7inDecPrecipitation: 5.4in
Precipitation

Zapotal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,722 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 144 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 221 mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 98 mm. That's 123 mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Zapotal is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 67.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.7 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 8.7 in of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3.9 in. That's 4.8 in less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

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

Zapotal 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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zapotal 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 June, 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

Jan24°75°F
Feb24°75°F
Mar24°74°F
Apr23°74°F
May23°73°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul22°71°F
Aug22°72°F
Sep23°74°F
Oct24°76°F
Nov25°76°F
Dec24°76°F

The best time to visit Zapotal is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 98 mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Zapotal is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 64°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

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
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
3 km/h2 mph
153 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
3 km/h2 mph
147 mm5.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C68 °F
29 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
211 mm8.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C67 °F
28 °C83 °F
3 km/h2 mph
221 mm8.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
161 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
18 °C65 °F
27 °C80 °F
3 km/h2 mph
123 mm4.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
3 km/h2 mph
138 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
3 km/h2 mph
109 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C66 °F
29 °C84 °F
3 km/h2 mph
98 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
30 °C86 °F
3 km/h2 mph
108 mm4.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
30 °C87 °F
3 km/h2 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
30 °C85 °F
3 km/h2 mph
137 mm5.4 in
0 cm0 in