Climate Insights for Pomabamba

The climate in Pomabamba is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2076mm of precipitation falls per year. Pomabamba receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pomabamba sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Pomabamba sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 14°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 8°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Pomabamba is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2076mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 173mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 296mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 39mm. That's 257mm less than December, 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 January and December, totalling around 15cm annually. October is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.

Pomabamba 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 autumn in Pomabamba, which began on March 20, 2026. Pomabamba 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 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pomabamba 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.