Climate of Áncash, Peru
Area-weighted average across Áncash. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Áncash, a subdivision of Peru, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10.8°C / 51.4°F in August to 13.3°C / 55.9°F in February, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 97 mm / 3.8 in depending on the season (472 mm / 18.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.1°C55.6°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 13.3°C55.9°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| March | 13.2°C55.8°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| April | 12.7°C54.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 11.8°C53.2°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| June | 11°C51.8°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| July | 10.9°C51.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| August | 10.8°C51.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| September | 11.2°C52.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | — |
| October | 11.9°C53.4°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| November | 12.4°C54.3°F | 44 mm1.7″ | — |
| December | 12.6°C54.7°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Áncash?
Áncash, Peru does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 13.3°C / 55.9°F, and the driest is June at 4 mm / 0.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Áncash?
Áncash, Peru has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10.8°C / 51.4°F in August to 13.3°C / 55.9°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 472 mm / 18.6 in, with the wettest month being March (97 mm / 3.8 in) and the driest June (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Áncash?
The hottest month in Áncash is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.3°C / 55.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Áncash?
The coldest month in Áncash is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.8°C / 51.4°F.
When does it rain most in Áncash?
The wettest month in Áncash is March, averaging about 97 mm / 3.8 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.