Temperatures in August
It's warm in August in Galápagos with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Galápagos in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Galápagos with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Galápagos will be around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
Precipitation in August
In August, there is an average of 371 mm of precipitation, spread over 26 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
With an average precipitation chance of 83% this month, rainy days are almost inevitable. There are only a few days with a lower chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Galápagos. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Galápagos in August |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
371 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
26 days | 10 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Galápagos?
After some sun? Then August isn’t the best time to be in Galápagos. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Galápagos runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Galápagos in August
With 32°C, Galápagos hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Galápagos
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Galápagos, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Galápagos
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Galápagos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 26 days of rain in Galápagos.
Daily UV Index in August in Galápagos
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Galápagos, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Galápagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Galápagos, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Galápagos Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Galápagos, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Galápagos
Click on a specific day in August for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Galápagos. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Galápagos by Month
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