What’s the climate like in Ecuador?
The current climate of Ecuador features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 26°C during the day to lows of 23°C. The average yearly temperature is around 25°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 9°C and in the warmer months around 13°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Ecuador in recent years was 33°C in July 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 14°C in January 2018.
On average, Ecuador receives 3028 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Ecuador is based on weather data from Quito. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Ecuador for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Ecuador?
The best time to visit Ecuador for pleasant to warm weather is September. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring Ecuador.
Climate Table of Ecuador
The climate table of Ecuador shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 24 | 23 | 25 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 24 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 12 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 12 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 229 | 246 | 320 | 355 | 349 | 308 | 193 | 197 | 59 | 294 | 306 | 172 |
| UV Index | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 25°C
- Highest temperature: 26°C in November
- Lowest temperature: 23°C in February and July
- Precipitation: 3028 mm per year, averaging 252 mm per month
- Driest months: 59 mm in September, 172 mm in December and 193 mm in July
- Wettest months: 355 mm in April, 349 mm in May and 320 mm in March
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Average Temperature per Month in Ecuador
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Ecuador. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Ecuador
This graph shows how much precipitation Ecuador gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Ecuador
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Ecuador. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Ecuador
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Ecuador. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Ecuador
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Ecuador over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Ecuador
The weather in Ecuador is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 4 visitors. Have you been to Ecuador? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The average temperature was cool during the day and cold at night. Although there were occasional unexpected rain showers, they made for a beautiful green landscape and a refreshing climate.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Sometimes showers fell, sometimes suddenly. The humidity was quite high, which was a bit uncomfortable at times, but overall the atmosphere was pleasant.— This text is automatically translated to English
The rain can be annoying at times, but the country is still a beautiful place to explore.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Ecuador by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ecuador. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
