- Rain mm/yr
- 866
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, weather-atlas.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- May–June and September–October offer warm weather (20–26°C (68–79°F)) with fewer crowds than July–August and lower accommodation prices—ideal for nomads seeking comfort without peak-season pressure.
- July–August can exceed 30°C (86°F) with intense sun and peak tourism; early morning outdoor work is advised to avoid midday heat.
- Winter (Dec–Feb) brings frequent rain and limited sunshine (~4 hours/day), though milder than northern Europe; many hospitality venues close.
- Humidity ranges from 50% (July) to 73% (January), affecting comfort during summer and winter work environments.
- Distinct dry season (May–Sep) means minimal rain disruption; wet season (Nov–Feb) requires rain-proof backup plans.
- Sea temperatures range from 14–25°C (57–77°F), warmest in August (~25°C (77°F)) and coldest in February (~14°C (57°F)).
Rainfall
- Dry Season
- May–September
- Wet Season
- November–February
- Driest Month
- July
- Wettest Month
- December
- Annual Total Mm
- 866
- Driest Month Mm
- 3
- Wettest Month Mm
- 168
- Annual Total Inches
- 34
- Driest Month Inches
- 0.1
- Wettest Month Inches
- 6.6
- Dry Season Monthly Mm
- 7
- Wet Season Monthly Mm
- 86
- Dry Season Monthly Inches
- 0.3
- Wet Season Monthly Inches
- 3.4
Snowfall
- Frequency
- Extremely rare
- Note
- Snowfall is rare due to coastal location and mild winters. When it does occur, it falls in higher elevations of surrounding mountains, not in the city itself, and melts quickly.
Best Months
Best Months
- May
- June
- September
- October
Peak Season
- Period
- July–August
- Description
- Hot and sunny; peak tourism
Worst Months
Worst Months
- December
- January
- February
Sunshine Hours
- Annual Average
- 2800
Peak
- Month
- July
- Hours Per Day
- 12.5
Lowest
- Month
- January
- Hours Per Day
- 3.9
Off Peak Season
- Period
- November–March
- Description
- Cold and rainy; minimal tourism
Temperature Ranges
Peak
- Season
- Summer (July–August)
- Low Celsius
- 22
- High Celsius
- 27
- Low Fahrenheit
- 72
- High Fahrenheit
- 81
- Note
- Often exceeds 30°C (86°F) on peak days
Off Peak
- Season
- Winter (December–February)
- Low Celsius
- 10
- High Celsius
- 14
- Low Fahrenheit
- 50
- High Fahrenheit
- 57
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
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