Climate Insights for Cajabamba

The climate in Cajabamba is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1423mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 240mm of rainfall. Cajabamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Cajabamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°C to 24°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 16°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Cajabamba is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1423mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 240mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 11mm. That's 229mm less than February, 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.

Cajabamba 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 winter in Cajabamba, which began on June 21, 2026. Cajabamba 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 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 8°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 53 days from now.

The best time to visit Cajabamba is during May and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 47mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Cajabamba 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.