Climate Insights for Zapote
Ayabaca, Piura, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapote is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 2,146 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 424 mm of rainfall. Zapote sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Zapote is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 84.5 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 16.7 in of rainfall. Zapote sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Zapote sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 24°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 18°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zapote sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 75°F. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 64°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,146 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 179 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 424 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 16 mm. That's 408 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.Zapote is a very wet location, receiving approximately 84.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 16.7 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. That's 16.1 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
Zapote is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 4km/h in summer, 4km/h in autumn.Zapote 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 5mph, 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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. 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, 3mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Zapote is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 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 Zapote is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 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 Zapote 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 Zapote 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.