Ancash weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Ancash, Peru. Like most weather services, we show Ancash at one spot: Chimbote, its largest city. At 5:30 PM local time it was clear and 25°C (78°F). Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. The weather there is fairly even all year.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 4%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Weather stays about the same all year.
About Chimbote weather
Is it raining in Chimbote right now?
No. It’s clear and 25° right now. Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Chimbote this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–29° and lows of 22–23°. Rain is likely on 1 of 7 days (Tuesday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Chimbote lately?
Barely. The past 7 days were mostly dry, with 1.5 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Chimbote?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Ancash weather by month
When is the best time to visit Ancash?
Ancash's weather stays fairly even through the year, so any month works, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Average highs run from 19°C (67°F) in September to 26°C (78°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Ancash?
March is the wettest month, with about 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 1 mm (0.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Ancash?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F). September is the coolest, with highs of 19°C (67°F) and lows of 16°C (60°F).
Does Ancash have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is March at about 13 mm (0.5 in).
How warm is the sea in Ancash?
The sea is warmest in February at about 22°C (72°F) and coolest in September at about 15°C (60°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Feb.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Chimbote), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Ancash
Weather can differ a lot within Ancash: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chimbote | Year-round | None | 19–26°C | 68 mm |
| Huaraz | Jun–Sep | None | 14–16°C | 371 mm |
| Centenario | Jun–Sep | None | 14–16°C | 371 mm |
| Huarmey | Year-round | None | 23–27°C | 137 mm |
| Coishco | Year-round | None | 19–26°C | 68 mm |