Quito weather in August (Ecuador)
Can you expect sunny skies in Quito, Ecuador in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
In August, the weather in Quito generally includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 10°C.
Precipitation
Quito in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. Expect around 7 days of rain based on historical data.
Average sunshine
The month enjoys around 257 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.
Average windspeed
Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s in August. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Quito.
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Quito, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
10°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
133 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Humidity
69%
Windspeed
1 m/s
Sunshine
257 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Ecuador in August
Find out more about the weather in Ecuador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ecuador, check out our Quito's climate page.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Quito, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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