Geography of Galapagos Islands
Geography of Galapagos Islands: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Galapagos Islands
Galapagos National Park is 0 mi to the north and Galapagos Islands is 0 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 0°39′0″S 90°20′60″W (-0.65, -90.35)
Quick facts about Galapagos Islands
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 0°39′0″S 90°20′60″W (-0.65, -90.35) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1978 |
| Known for | endemic evolution laboratory |
| Local time | 7:40 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Galapagos Islands is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ecuador. Galapagos Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for endemic evolution laboratory.
Right now it is 65°F (19°C) in Galapagos Islands with partly cloudy. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 65°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Galapagos Islands is May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. The climate is temperate. February, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 79°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
Nearby highlights include Galapagos National Park and Galapagos Islands.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 3.8°F above the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. outdoors is the strongest bet in Galapagos Islands today at 9.6/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Galapagos Islands 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 | 76° | 64° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 78° | 65° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 79° | 65° | 13,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 78° | 65° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 75° | 65° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 63° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 71° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 60° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 60° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 70° | 61° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 71° | 60° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 73° | 62° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Galapagos Islands?
Galapagos Islands is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Ecuador. Its coordinates are -0.65, -90.35. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Galapagos Islands right now?
It is currently 65°F (19°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 100% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Galapagos Islands?
May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Galapagos Islands, which has a temperate climate. February, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Galapagos Islands in?
Galapagos Islands observes Pacific/Galapagos (UTC-06:00). The local time is 7:40 PM.
What are the top things to do in Galapagos Islands?
Popular options include Galapagos National Park and Galapagos Islands.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 22, 2026 at 7:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
