The best times to visit Piura for ideal weather are
May 28th to December 9th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Piura
Temperature
Average temperatures in Piura vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 50th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Piura, the hottest months are February, March, and then January. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid February where highs are regularly around 93.7°F (34.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.6°F (23.7°C) at night.
Piura Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Piura Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Piura Perceived Temperature (F)
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Piura Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Piura Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 92.2 | 80 | 72.1 |
Feb | 93.3 | 81.5 | 74 |
Mar | 93.2 | 81.5 | 73.8 |
Apr | 91.6 | 79.1 | 71.1 |
May | 87.7 | 76.1 | 68.5 |
Jun | 84.5 | 73.2 | 66.3 |
Jul | 82.7 | 71 | 63.9 |
Aug | 82.4 | 70 | 63 |
Sep | 84.1 | 70.7 | 63.1 |
Oct | 84.5 | 70.8 | 63.2 |
Nov | 86.4 | 72.8 | 64.8 |
Dec | 89.5 | 76.1 | 67.8 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 33.4 | 26.7 | 22.3 |
Feb | 34.1 | 27.5 | 23.3 |
Mar | 34 | 27.5 | 23.2 |
Apr | 33.1 | 26.2 | 21.7 |
May | 30.9 | 24.5 | 20.3 |
Jun | 29.2 | 22.9 | 19.1 |
Jul | 28.2 | 21.7 | 17.7 |
Aug | 28 | 21.1 | 17.2 |
Sep | 28.9 | 21.5 | 17.3 |
Oct | 29.2 | 21.6 | 17.3 |
Nov | 30.2 | 22.7 | 18.2 |
Dec | 31.9 | 24.5 | 19.9 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Piura are June, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid March with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of March 19th.
When can you find snow in Piura? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Piura.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Piura (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 2% | 0 | 0.2 |
Feb | 9% | 0 | 0.8 |
Mar | 7% | 0 | 0.7 |
Apr | 3% | 0 | 0.4 |
May | 0% | 0 | 0.1 |
Jun | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0% | 0 | 0.1 |
Aug | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Sep | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Oct | 0% | 0 | 0.1 |
Nov | 1% | 0 | 0.1 |
Dec | 1% | 0 | 0.1 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 2 | 0 | 0.5 |
Feb | 9 | 0 | 2 |
Mar | 7 | 0 | 1.8 |
Apr | 3 | 0 | 1 |
May | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Jun | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jul | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Aug | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Sep | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Oct | 0 | 0 | 0.3 |
Nov | 1 | 0 | 0.3 |
Dec | 1 | 0 | 0.3 |
Humidity and Wind
Piura has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (57.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (67%).
Wind in Piura is usually calm. The windiest month is October, followed by September and December. October’s average wind speed of around 7.5 knots (8.7 MPH or 13.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late September where average top sustained speeds reach 14 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Piura.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 6.4 | Light breeze | 12.2 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 5.6 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 5.1 | Light breeze | 11 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 6.2 | Light breeze | 11.9 | Significant breeze |
May | 6.5 | Light breeze | 12.1 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 6.2 | Light breeze | 11.2 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 6.5 | Light breeze | 11.7 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 6.9 | Light breeze | 12.5 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 7.5 | Gentle breeze | 13.1 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 7.5 | Gentle breeze | 13.1 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 7.1 | Gentle breeze | 13.3 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 7.2 | Gentle breeze | 13.5 | Significant breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 57.6% |
Feb | 58.4% |
Mar | 58.5% |
Apr | 59.4% |
May | 63.6% |
Jun | 66.5% |
Jul | 67% |
Aug | 66.2% |
Sep | 64.9% |
Oct | 63.9% |
Nov | 62.2% |
Dec | 59.9% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Piura?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Peru; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 29, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Piura, Peru is July, followed by January and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Piura in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Piura Travel Experience by Season
Fall (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 93.5°F (34.2°C) and 85.4°F (29.7°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Winter (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Piura, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.
Spring (September through November)
Spring daily highs range from 87.6°F (30.9°C) and 83.3°F (28.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a trivial amount: approximately 0 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.
Summer (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Piura to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 93.7°F (34.3°C) and 88.4°F (31.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.
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