Quito Weather Forecast
Quito weather: 64°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Quito weather in June
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Climate in Quito 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° | 46° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 46° | 2,8 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 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- High-factor sunscreen and a long-sleeve sun layer for midday
- Avoid unshaded sightseeing between 10am and 4pm - the UV index peaks at 8.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Quito compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Quito.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotopaxi | 35 mi | 17°F | 69°F cooler | 44 in |
| Chimborazo | 92 mi | 15°F | 71°F cooler | 71 in |
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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 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 43% and wind is 4 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 1:48 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 25, 2026 at 1:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
