Climate Insights for Vélez

The climate in Vélez is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 2428mm of precipitation falls per year. Vélez receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Vélez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Vélez sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 23°C. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 17°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Vélez is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2428mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 202mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 317mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 93mm. That's 224mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Vélez 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 December, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Vélez, which began on June 21, 2026. Vélez sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 23°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

The best time to visit Vélez is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 93mm per month. By contrast, March 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 Vélez 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.