Geography of Ecuador
Geography of Ecuador: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ecuador
El Dorado International Airport is 450 mi to the north-east and Colombia is 454 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678)
Quick facts about Ecuador
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678) |
| Capital | Quito |
| Population | 18.000.000 |
| Area | 109.483 sq mi |
| ISO code | EC |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | ECU |
| Currency | US dollar (USD) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +593 |
| Time zone | America/Guayaquil |
| Local time | 3:14 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by national park in Ecuador
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Ecuador
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Ecuador
2 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Ecuador
1 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Ecuador
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Ecuador is a country in South America. Ecuador is a country in South America with its capital at Quito. It has a population of about 18 million. The capital is Quito.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in Ecuador with clear. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 47°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Ecuador is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
Nearby highlights include Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands, Chimborazo and Cotopaxi.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Ecuador today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ecuador month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64° | 48° | 12,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 63° | 48° | 18,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 48° | 18,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 48° | 15,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 64° | 47° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 67° | 47° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 46° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 65° | 47° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 64° | 47° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 64° | 48° | 12,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ecuador?
Ecuador is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -0.1807, -78.4678. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Ecuador right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ecuador?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Ecuador, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ecuador in?
Ecuador observes America/Guayaquil (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:14 AM.
How many people live in Ecuador?
Ecuador has a population of approximately 18 million.
What are the top things to do in Ecuador?
Popular options include Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi and Galapagos Islands.
What places are in Ecuador?
Ecuador covers 6 places in this atlas, including Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Galapagos Islands and Quito.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 3:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
