Potrerillo, Peru experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 7 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records.
Potrerillo, Peru Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Potrerillo, Peru. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.8/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
9
High
Temperature 29°C / 21°C
Feels Like 33°C / 23°C
Rainy Days 7
Rainfall 56 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 20°C
Hottest Month
30°C
January
Avg Low22°C
Rain8days
Coldest Month
19°C
August
Avg High29°C
Rain0days
Driest Month
0days
August
Avg High29°C
Avg Low19°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
September (Gusts 35)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:27
Daylight 11.9h
Sunset 18:18
Live conditions—
Potrerillo on the map · live conditions
Potrerillo, Peru
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Peru
- City
- Potrerillo
- Population
- 571
- Coordinates
- -4.70°, -80.10°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 3 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 22°C . Feb: 30°C / 23°C . Mar: 29°C / 23°C . Apr: 29°C / 22°C . May: 29°C / 21°C . Jun: 29°C / 20°C . Jul: 29°C / 19°C . Aug: 29°C / 19°C . Sep: 29°C / 19°C . Oct: 29°C / 19°C . Nov: 29°C / 19°C . Dec: 30°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 38 mm. Feb: 154 mm. Mar: 244 mm. Apr: 143 mm. May: 20 mm. Jun: 5 mm. Jul: 2 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 4 mm. Oct: 17 mm. Nov: 17 mm. Dec: 32 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 74%. Feb: 79%. Mar: 84%. Apr: 83%. May: 78%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 70%. Sep: 69%. Oct: 71%. Nov: 71%. Dec: 73%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 10 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 12 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 10h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 0.8°C (1.4°F) across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Dec 2025 · 31°C | Jan · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 19°C | Aug · 19°C |
| Wettest month | Feb 2025 · 244 mm | Mar · 244 mm |
| Windiest month | Dec 2025 · 15 km/h | Sep · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Poor May
Good June best
Excellent July best
Excellent August best
Excellent September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 8days (38 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 74% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 15days (154 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 79% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 17days (244 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 84% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 22°C | 34°C / 26°C | 13days (143 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 5days (20 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 20°C | 32°C / 22°C | 2days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August best | 29°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 19°C | 33°C / 21°C | 1days (4 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 29°C / 19°C | 33°C / 22°C | 5days (17 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 19°C | 33°C / 22°C | 4days (17 mm) Good | 10.9h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 21°C | 34°C / 24°C | 7days (32 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Potrerillo are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Potrerillo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Potrerillo is January, with average daytime highs of 30°C (86°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Potrerillo is August, with average overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Potrerillo is March, averaging 244mm of precipitation across 17 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Potrerillo runs through March, February, April, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Potrerillo.
Potrerillo receives approximately 124 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Potrerillo.
The least favorable months to visit Potrerillo are February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Potrerillo is 9, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Potrerillo is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Potrerillo are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is September with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 35 km/h / 21 mph).
Potrerillo averages 3 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 62%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Potrerillo is 20°C (68°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Potrerillo has a Hot Semi-Arid climate, classified as BSh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Potrerillo ranges from 23°C (73°F) to 33°C (91°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Potrerillo. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Potrerillo, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 29°C (83°F) and 2 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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