Quito weather in August (Ecuador)

What can you expect from the weather in Quito during August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Quito generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 10°C.

Quito in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 133 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 257 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Quito climate page with graphs.

 

Quito, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 133 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Ecuador in August

Find out more about the weather in Ecuador in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Quito in August?

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 in August.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Quito.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Ecuador? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Ecuador. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.