Things to Do in Quito
Top things to do in Quito: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.
Things to do in Quito
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Quito.
Map of Quito
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Coordinates: 0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678)
Weather in Quito right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:14 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Best time to visit Quito
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Quito is a city in Ecuador. Quito is known for Andean capital and Galapagos gateway. It has a population of about 1.9 million.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Quito 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 Quito 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 Cotopaxi and Chimborazo.
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 Quito 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Quito?
Quito is a city in Ecuador. Its coordinates are -0.1807, -78.4678. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Quito 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 Quito?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Quito, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Quito in?
Quito observes America/Guayaquil (UTC-05:00). The local time is 11:14 PM.
How many people live in Quito?
Quito has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What are the top things to do in Quito?
Popular options include Cotopaxi and Chimborazo.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 24, 2026 at 11:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
