Paracas Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Paracas’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Peru.
Monthly Temperature Averages
With minimal seasonal shifts, Paracas experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in February to a pleasant 20°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 15°C in August.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Paracas by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 0.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day.
Annual Temperatures in Peru Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Peru. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Paracas Temperatures Compared World Wide
Paracas’s average annual maximum temperature is 23°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Paracas, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 83% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 20°C. In the warmest month, February, the humidity is 81% combined with an average maximum temperature of 26°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Paracas’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Paracas climate page.
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