Climate Insights for Vélez

The climate in Vélez is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 226mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Vélez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Vélez sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 2°C to 21°C. April is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 20°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.

Vélez is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 226mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 33mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0mm. That's 33mm less than June, 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.

Vélez is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/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 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 April at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 2°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.

The best time to visit Vélez is during January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 22mm per month. By contrast, March can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

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.