Climate Insights for Chama

The climate in Chama is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1118mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 302mm of rainfall. Chama 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: November, October, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 14°C.

Chama sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 33°C. The warmest month is November, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Chama is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1118mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 302mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 301mm less than January, 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.

Chama is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/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 12km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Chama, which began on September 23, 2026. Chama is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 14°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (88 days from now).

The best time to visit Chama is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chama 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.