Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Loreto
Climate-wise, Loreto has a semi-arid climate: dry for most of the year, with only a little rain. Expect the most heat in May (about 30°C by day) and the chilliest nights in January (around 4°C). Most rain falls in July, roughly 92 mm.
The best time to visit Loreto is January, February and March, when average highs are 20–25°C and rainfall is around 14 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Loreto, season by season
December – February
Best time21° / 5°C · 13 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
March – May
Good28° / 10°C · 13 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Good27° / 13°C · 78 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
Loreto climate table: temperature and rain by month
Average highs, lows, rainfall and humidity in Loreto (10-year averages).
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 4°C | 13 mm | 55% |
| February | 23°C | 6°C | 15 mm | 50% |
| March | 25°C | 8°C | 13 mm | 44% |
| April | 28°C | 10°C | 4 mm | 34% |
| May | 30°C | 13°C | 21 mm | 41% |
| June | 28°C | 14°C | 69 mm | 58% |
| July | 27°C | 13°C | 92 mm | 65% |
| August | 27°C | 13°C | 73 mm | 66% |
| September | 25°C | 12°C | 85 mm | 71% |
| October | 25°C | 10°C | 34 mm | 67% |
| November | 22°C | 8°C | 20 mm | 65% |
| December | 21°C | 6°C | 11 mm | 61% |
Why is January a good time to visit Loreto?
- Rain is well below Loreto's usual level (around 65% less).
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Loreto.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 16°C, so pack a layer.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Loreto?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Loreto in January, February and March. Average highs are then 20–25°C.
- Why is January a good time to visit Loreto?
- In January, Loreto averages 20°C by day and 4°C at night, with about 13 mm of rain and 44% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Loreto?
- May is the warmest month in Loreto, with average highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C.
- What is the coldest month in Loreto?
- January is the coldest month in Loreto: average highs of 20°C, dropping to 4°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Loreto?
- July is the wettest month in Loreto with about 92 mm of rain. The driest is April, with around 4 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Loreto?
- July is the least reliable month in Loreto, with around 92 mm of rain. Bring a rain jacket and keep a flexible plan.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Loreto?
- Yes. December sits just outside the best months for Loreto, with average highs of 21°C and about 11 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, it is a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Loreto before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Loreto from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
Climate averages: NASA POWER / ERA5 (2011–2020), 10-year averages.