Galápagos, EcuadorQuick decision
When to visit Galápagos?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
73°F–82°F in April
🌧 Least rain
66% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
July (72%)
📅 Best score
7.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Giant TortoisesYear-round — Charles Darwin Station, Santa Cruz and Isabela.
DivingJune–November — cold waters, hammerheads, rays and sea lions.
BirdsApril–June — blue-footed boobies, albatross and frigatebirds.
SnorkellingJanuary–May — warmer waters, turtles and marine iguanas.
Monthly climate data
Galápagos weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 72°F | 79°F | 68% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ February | 73°F | 82°F | 72% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 73°F | 84°F | 65% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ April | 73°F | 82°F | 66% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ May | 72°F | 79°F | 77% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 70°F | 77°F | 73% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 68°F | 75°F | 72% | 0.1in | 10.1h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 68°F | 73°F | 58% | 0.1in | 9.9h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 66°F | 72°F | 62% | 0.1in | 8.9h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 66°F | 73°F | 59% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 68°F | 73°F | 54% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 70°F | 75°F | 63% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.3/10 |
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) — Good time
Average 28°F, 69% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 24°F, 68% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°F, 58% rainy days, 9.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 26°F, 68% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
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FAQ
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April is ideal with 66% rainy days and 28°F.
July is the wettest month with 72% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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