Ecuador Weather Forecast
Ecuador weather: 64°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Ecuador?
Possibly - there is a 21% chance in Ecuador today.
A 21% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 21% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,6 in).
16-day forecast for Ecuador
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 49° | 21% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 71° / 48° | 32% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 47° | 42% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 49° | 14% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 10 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 48° | 23% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 10 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 50° | 35% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 9 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 49° | 27% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 72° / 50° | 8% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 49° | 27% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 69° / 49° | 14% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 49° | 8% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 68° / 48° | 8% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 48° | 16% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 47° | 22% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 48° | 67% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 51° | 94% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 5 |
What this means for Ecuador
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month.
A 21% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Within 15 degrees of the equator, day length barely changes all year; seasons are defined by rain, not temperature.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 34°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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.
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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 64°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 43% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ecuador?
July and August 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 4:40 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 6 places in this atlas, including Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands, 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 August 25, 2026 at 4:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
