Weather radar Arequipa
Real-time precipitation radar · Arequipa · Peru
Arequipa climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Arequipa shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 20.3° | 20.2° | 20.1° | 21.9° | 23.5° | 22.7° | 23.5° | 23.4° | 24.7° | 24.5° | 23.7° | 22.7° |
| Avg low (°C) | 12.9° | 13.3° | 13.2° | 11.8° | 10.9° | 8.9° | 9.3° | 9° | 10.7° | 11.4° | 11.9° | 12.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 186 | 232 | 211 | 46 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 60 |
| Rainy days | 28 | 27 | 31 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 12 |
| Sunshine hours | 294 | 249 | 265 | 311 | 327 | 310 | 322 | 333 | 335 | 360 | 350 | 344 |
| Humidity | 81% | 84% | 85% | 63% | 37% | 27% | 22% | 25% | 28% | 35% | 45% | 61% |
Best time to visit Arequipa
The best time to visit Arequipa is typically September. In this month the average high is 24.7°C, precipitation is 1 mm and sunshine duration is 335 hours. The annual average high is 22.6°C, total annual precipitation is 761 mm (115 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3800 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Arequipa
How up to date is the weather radar for Arequipa?
The weather radar for Arequipa is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Arequipa?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Arequipa: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Arequipa?
The thunderstorm potential for Arequipa is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Arequipa.
What is the climate like in Arequipa?
Arequipa has an annual average high of 22.6°C. The warmest month is September (avg high 24.7°C), the coldest June (avg low 8.9°C). The wettest month is February with 232 mm, the driest June with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 761 mm (115 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3800 hours.
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