Guayaquil Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The best time to travel to Guayaquil in Ecuador is from June until September. December until March is the wettest and hotest period and we would avoid visiting Guayaquil in this period.
Monthly Temperature in Guayaquil
The climate in Guayaquil remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°F) in April. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 28°C (82°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in April to 21°C (70°F) in August.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Guayaquil
Guayaquil is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2643 mm (104 in). Guayaquil can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 444 mm (17 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (November), you will experience much drier conditions, with 71 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Guayaquil Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Guayaquil
Guayaquil experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 5.6 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 3.6 hours in January, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Guayaquil by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Guayaquil.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 81%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Guayaquil
The mean wind speed varies between 1 m/s (2 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in February and March and highest during July, August, September, October and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Guayaquil 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Guayaquil
In general, temperatures in Guayaquil range from 28°C (82°F) to 31°C (88°F) across the year, with August, September, October and November being the best time to visit for those who prefer drier weather.Make your experience more enjoyable by planning to be outside during the cooler parts of the day, either early morning or as the sun begins to set. Visitors should note that January, February, March, April, May and June are part of the rainy season, bringing substantial rainfall. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
