Ecuador Weather Forecast
Ecuador weather: 66°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Ecuador 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 | 64° | 48° | 12,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 63° | 48° | 18,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 48° | 18,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 48° | 15,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 8,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 64° | 47° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 67° | 47° | 0,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 47° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 47° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 65° | 47° | 10,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 64° | 47° | 10,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 64° | 48° | 12,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Ecuador
Go in July, August and September. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 9.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 66°F (19°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 45% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ecuador?
July, August and September 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 1:59 PM.
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 5 places in this atlas, including Galapagos National Park, Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Galapagos Islands and Quito.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 September 30, 2026 at 1:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
