Climate Insights for Huancabamba

The climate in Huancabamba is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 2022mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 409mm of rainfall. Huancabamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Huancabamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 11°C to 22°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 16°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.

Huancabamba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2022mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 169mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 409mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 25mm. That's 384mm less than March, 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.

Huancabamba 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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently autumn in Huancabamba, which began on March 20, 2026. Huancabamba sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in August at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 11°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

The best time to visit Huancabamba is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 38mm per month. 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 Huancabamba 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.