Climate Insights for Caraz

The climate in Caraz is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2134mm of precipitation falls per year. Caraz receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Caraz sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between March and October.

Caraz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 16°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 10°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Caraz is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2134mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 178mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 383mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 31mm. That's 351mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between March and October, totalling around 10cm annually. October is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.

Caraz 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 July, averaging 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, 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 winter in Caraz, which began on June 21, 2026. Caraz 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 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 4°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Caraz 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.