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Ambato Weather in April
Ambato in April averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. April is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.
Rainfall in Ambato in April
Ambato is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 198 mm (7.8 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Ambato in April
Ambato in April gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Ambato in April
The city usually sees around 61 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Ambato. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Ambato Temperature in April
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
198 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
89% *
Sunshine
61 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Puyo, Ecuador (70 KM, 43 Miles).
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Daily Historical Temperatures
32-year average (1985-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ambato typically stay consistent throughout April, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in April
Historical weather records for Ambato in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ambato spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Ambato historical weather extremes in April
According to our 27 years of weather records for Ambato, the following extremes were recorded between 1999 and 2026.
- Ambato recorded its highest April temperature of 28°C (82°F) on April 24, 2020.
- Ambato experienced its chilliest April day on April 4, 2021, reaching only 13°C (55°F).
- The coldest night in April in Ambato was on April 25, 2026, with a minimum of 1°C (34°F).
- Peak precipitation in April occurred on April 5, 2010, when 44 mm (1.7 in) of precipitation was measured.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Ambato in April
Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
What To Do in Ambato in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
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