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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Quinche.
With consistently stable weather, Quinche, Ecuador, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 17°C (63°F), ranging from 17°C (63°F) in October to 16°C (61°F) in July.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2310 mm (91 in) per year. April is the wettest month and August the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from October to May. The most sunshine falls in August, with an average of 8.6 hours of daily sunshine.
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The climate in Quinche remains fairly constant, offering moderate temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in October, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) in October to around 7°C (45°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Quinche is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2310 mm (91 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, April it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 276 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 89 mm (3.5 in) over 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Quinche Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Quinche. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, March marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Quinche.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 84%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from () to 1 m/s (2 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December and higher in July and August. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Quinche. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Quinche has a distinct rainy season from October to May.
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in July to 17°C (63°F) in October. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 2310 mm (91 in). April is the wettest month with 276 mm (11 in), while August is the driest with 89 mm (3.5 in).
Quinche receives around 2,235 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 257 hours, while March is the cloudiest with just 122 hours. Overall, Quinche enjoys abundant sunshine.
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