Country in South America

Ecuador Map

Interactive map of Ecuador with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☁️ 55°F now🕔 12:22 AM local📅 Best: July and August👥 18 million

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 55°F (13°C) in Ecuador with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 51°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 10%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - 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 68°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ecuador today at 9.7/10. 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.

Map of Ecuador

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Coordinates: 0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678)

Quick facts about Ecuador

TypeCountry
ContinentSouth America
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678)
CapitalQuito
Population18.000.000
Area109.483 sq mi
ISO codeEC
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3ECU
CurrencyUS dollar (USD)
LanguagesSpanish
Calling code+593
Time zoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Local time12:22 AM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJuly and August
ClimateTemperate

Maps of each national park in Ecuador

1 national parks mapped in this atlas

Maps of each unesco world heritage site in Ecuador

1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas

Maps of each mountain in Ecuador

2 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas

Maps of each island in Ecuador

1 islands mapped in this atlas

Maps of each city in Ecuador

1 cities mapped in this atlas

Cities map of Ecuador

1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas

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National parks in Ecuador

Top attractions in Ecuador

Things to do in Ecuador

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Ecuador.

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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 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 3 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 12:22 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 25, 2026 at 12:22 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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