Climate Overview
The climate in Taquile is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1245mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 257mm of rainfall. Taquile is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, December, January. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Taquile has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 11°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Taquile is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1245mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 104mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 257mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 12mm. That's 245mm 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.
Wind
Taquile is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
3 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Taquile, which began on March 20, 2026. Taquile is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 634mm across the season with a monthly average of 211mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 13°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 344mm across the season with a monthly average of 115mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 12°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 40mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Taquile 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.
