Chimbote's climate is mild and comfortable, despite being located in the
tropics and in a desert. Although classified as subtropical, Lima's proximity
to the cool Humboldt current leads to temperatures much cooler than those
expected for a subtropical desert, and can be classified as a mild desert
climate. On average, the warmest month is February with temperatures a little
over 26 °C (79 °F). September is considered the average coolest month, at
around 13 °C (55 °F). The annual average temperature ranges between 13 to
28 °C (55 to 82 °F).
The city gets little to no
