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Cuenca Climate by Month

The weather in Cuenca is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Cuenca experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 16°C in January to a moderate 14°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 5°C in August.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Cuenca has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1624 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Cuenca, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 204 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 56 mm over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Cuenca, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.2 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 3.8 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Cuenca in Ecuador

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Cuenca?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January, February, March, April, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Cuenca?
    November has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cuenca?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cuenca?
    February tops the wettest month list with 204 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cuenca?
    August is the driest month with 56 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cuenca?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 187 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Cuenca

    Thu   Dec 12
    23°C | 10°C
    SW 14 km/h
    2.1 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Fri   Dec 13
    22°C | 13°C
    S 14 km/h
    11 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Dec 14
    22°C | 11°C
    S 18 km/h
    4.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder