Ecuador, EcuadorQuick decision
When to visit Ecuador?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
7°C–19°C in August
🌧 Least rain
36% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
February (90%)
📅 Best score
7.3/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
GalápagosJune–November — endemic wildlife, diving and volcanic landscapes.
AmazonYear-round — primary forest lodges, kayaking and biodiversity.
Avenue of VolcanoesJune–September — Cotopaxi, Chimborazo and altitude hiking.
Colonial QuitoJune–September — UNESCO historic centre, baroque churches.
Monthly climate data
Ecuador weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 8°C | 17°C | 79% | 11.7 | 10.7h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 9°C | 17°C | 90% | 15.3 | 10.2h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 9°C | 17°C | 93% | 17.7 | 9.6h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 8°C | 17°C | 91% | 15.2 | 10.1h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 8°C | 17°C | 79% | 9.2 | 10.8h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 8°C | 17°C | 59% | 4.9 | 11.3h | 6.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 7°C | 18°C | 32% | 2.1 | 11.6h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 7°C | 19°C | 36% | 2.3 | 11.7h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 7°C | 19°C | 46% | 3.1 | 11.8h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 8°C | 18°C | 79% | 9.0 | 11.1h | 5.2/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 9°C | 17°C | 90% | 13.1 | 10.7h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 9°C | 17°C | 83% | 12.0 | 11.0h | 4.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Challenging climate
Average 17°C, 88% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 4.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 18°C, 42% rainy days, 11.5h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 18°C, 72% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 5.5/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 17°C, 84% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 4.4/10.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
August is ideal with 36% rainy days and 19°C.
February is the wettest month with 90% rainy days.
Yes, August is the best month with an average of 19°C.
In winter, the average score is 4.4/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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