Climate Insights for Tarqui

The climate in Tarqui is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1828mm of precipitation falls per year. Tarqui receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tarqui sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Tarqui sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 23°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Tarqui is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1828mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 152mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 238mm of rainfall. June and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 73mm. That's 166mm less than April, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Tarqui is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/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.

It is currently summer in Tarqui, which began on June 21, 2026. Tarqui sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in November at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Tarqui is during August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 79mm per month. By contrast, November can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 23°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 table below shows monthly climate averages for Tarqui 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.