Whether you're visiting Tumbes in Peru during the peak of March (30°C (86°F)) or the cooler months around August (26°C (79°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Canoas De Punta Sal, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Tumbes, during the months of August and September you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 27°C (81°F) to 27°C (81°F).
Precipitation in Tumbes varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in February with 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while August stays relatively dry with 1 mm (0.04 in). The period of June, July, August, September, October and November is the driest, with precipitation levels below 11 mm (0.4 in).
