When is the best time to go to Tumbes?

When is the best time to go to Tumbes? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Tumbes are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December
  • Tumbes has dry periods in July, August, September and October
  • The rainiest months are February and March
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Tumbes

For full information about the climate and weather in Tumbes a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 76°F/83°F
4.7in
February 76°F/83°F
9.4in
March 76°F/83°F
10.4in
April 76°F/83°F
3.8in
May 76°F/83°F
2.3in
June 74°F/81°F
0.5in
July 72°F/79°F
0.3in
August 70°F/77°F
0.1in
September 70°F/77°F
0.2in
October 72°F/79°F
0.4in
November 72°F/79°F
0.6in
December 74°F/81°F
1.2in


Weather and climate in Tumbes

Tumbes enjoys a steppe (or semi-arid) climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Tumbes is 81°F (ranging from 77°F in august to 83°F in february). Annual rainfall is 33.5in, with a minimum of 0.1in in august and a maximum of 10.4in in march.
  • In january the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 88°F.
  • From february to march the climate is just OK. The record temperature this month is 90°F and it rains about 10.4in each month.
  • Between april and july the climate is good. By early evening, the temperature averages 74°F and it rains in july about 0.3in.
  • Between the months of august and november the climate is perfect. In average, on the morning it is 72°F and it rains about 0.6in each month.
  • In december the climate is good. The record temperature this month is 88°F and it rains about 4% of the time in december.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Tumbes

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Tumbes: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Tumbes

Find out when Tumbes has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Tumbes

  • Very low season in Tumbes
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: April, May and June.
  • Low season in Tumbes
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: March, September and November.
  • High season in Tumbes
    The number of visitors to Tumbes is high in: January, February and October.
  • Peak season in Tumbes
    The largest number of tourists visiting Tumbes is during: July, August and December.

Figure: Visitor index for Tumbes month by month



Best time for low prices in Tumbes

Average prices of hotels in Tumbes month by month

Generally, September is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Tumbes. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, February is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

Find the best price for your hotel room


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