Climate Insights for Zegarra
General Sánchez Cerro, Moquegua, Peru
Climate Overview
The climate in Zegarra is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 319 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 115 mm of rainfall. Zegarra is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.The climate in Zegarra is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 12.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.5 in of rainfall. Zegarra is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 47°F.
Temperature
Zegarra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 22°C. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 16°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Zegarra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 47°F to 71°F. September is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 71°F with a mean of 62°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 47°F and an average of 59°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Zegarra is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 319 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 115 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 115 mm less than February, 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.Zegarra is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.5 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 4.5 in less than February, 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
Zegarra is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Zegarra is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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
The best time to visit Zegarra is during January, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 17 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Zegarra is during January, April, May, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 61°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 47°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 Zegarra 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 Zegarra 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.