City in Ecuador

Current Local Time in Quito

Current local time and time zone in Quito, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 54°F now🕔 12:42 AM local📅 Best: July and August👥 1.9 million

Current local time in Quito

12:42 AM
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Guayaquil
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now5:42 AM
Sunrise6:13 AM
Sunset6:20 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:13 AM
Sunset6:20 PM
Daylight12h 7m
Solar noon12:16 PM
Golden hour (am)6:13 AM - 7:13 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:20 PM - 6:20 PM
Blue hour (am)5:43 AM - 6:13 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:20 PM - 6:50 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 77%
Moonrise2:55 PM
Moonset2:35 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Quito

TypeCity
CountryEcuador
ContinentSouth America
Coordinates0°10′50.5″S 78°28′4.1″W (-0.1807, -78.4678)
Population1.900.000
Known forAndean capital and Galapagos gateway
Local time12:42 AM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsJuly and August
ClimateTemperate

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 54°F (12°C) in Quito with overcast. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 47°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.

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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 4.5°F above 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 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.

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

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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 54°F (12°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 2 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 12:42 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 23, 2026 at 12:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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