Climate Insights for Buenaventura

The climate in Buenaventura is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 337mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Buenaventura sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Snowfall occurs from April to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season.

Buenaventura sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 2°C to 13°C. May is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 13°C with a mean of 10°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between July and August, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Buenaventura is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 337mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 28mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 33mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.

Buenaventura is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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 9km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently summer in Buenaventura, which began on June 21, 2026. Buenaventura sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in May at around 13°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 2°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Buenaventura 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.