Galapagos Islands Travel Guide
Galapagos Islands travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Galapagos Islands is an island in Ecuador. Galapagos Islands is an island known for unique wildlife and diving.
Right now it is 65°F (19°C) in Galapagos Islands with fog. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 65°F to 77°F. Chance of precipitation is 43%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 November is the coldest with lows near 60°F.
Nearby highlights include Galapagos National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 77°F is 7°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Galapagos Islands today at 9.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,4 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Galapagos Islands
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Coordinates: 0°39′0″S 90°20′60″W (-0.65, -90.35)
Weather in Galapagos Islands right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:08 PM, Oct 27 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 75° / 66°
Showers · 86% rain · wind 8 mph
🌧️ 73° / 65°
Showers · 89% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Galapagos Islands
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 0°39′0″S 90°20′60″W (-0.65, -90.35) |
| Known for | unique wildlife and diving |
| Local time | 5:08 PM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Galapagos Islands
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Galapagos Islands.
Best time to visit Galapagos Islands
Go in May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Galapagos Islands?
Galapagos Islands is an island 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 fog. Humidity is 99% and wind is 2 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 5:08 PM.
What are the top things to do in Galapagos Islands?
Popular options include Galapagos National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 October 27, 2026 at 5:08 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
