Climate of Tumbes, Peru
Area-weighted average across Tumbes. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tumbes, a subdivision of Peru, has a hot arid climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in August to 26.1°C / 79°F in March, with rainfall from 1 mm / 0 in to 111 mm / 4.4 in depending on the season (305 mm / 12 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 | 25.6°C78.1°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| February | 26°C78.8°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| March | 26.1°C79°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.9°C78.6°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 25°C77°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| June | 23.7°C74.7°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.8°C73°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 22.7°C72.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 22.9°C73.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 23.1°C73.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 23.6°C74.5°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 24.8°C76.6°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tumbes?
The best months to visit Tumbes, Peru for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 26.1°C / 79°F, and the driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Tumbes?
Tumbes, Peru has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in August to 26.1°C / 79°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 305 mm / 12 in, with the wettest month being March (111 mm / 4.4 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tumbes?
The hottest month in Tumbes is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.1°C / 79°F.
What is the coldest month in Tumbes?
The coldest month in Tumbes is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
When does it rain most in Tumbes?
The wettest month in Tumbes is March, averaging about 111 mm / 4.4 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.