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Ecuador Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ecuador in April.

Are you planning a trip a to Ecuador in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ecuador in April

In April, Ecuador experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Latacunga at 15°C (59°F) to very warm in Huaquillas at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Huaquillas and 6°C (43°F) in Latacunga.

To explore the conditions in Ecuador in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Salinas with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Huigra with 1074 mm (42 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Quito.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Quito receives about 131 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Ecuador in April

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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).

Popular Destinations in Ecuador

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Ecuador?

Temperature range in Ecuador (April)

Precipitation variation in Ecuador (April)

Quito

In April Quito generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
131 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
343 mm (14 in)
354 mm (14 in)
283 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Guayaquil

In April Guayaquil generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
149 hours
167 hours
Monthly rainfall
429 mm (17 in)
363 mm (14 in)
267 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
12 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Cuenca

In April Cuenca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
120 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Ayora

In April Puerto Ayora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Baños

In April Baños generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
50 hours
61 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
286 mm (11 in)
271 mm (11 in)
228 mm (9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ecuador in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Quito 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 354 mm (14 in)
Guayaquil 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 363 mm (14 in)
Cuenca 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Puerto Ayora 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Salinas 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mindo 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 473 mm (19 in)

Ecuador weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ecuador in April?

Ecuador typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Quito average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ecuador in April?

In Quito, the average daytime high in April is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

Does Ecuador get a lot of rain in April?

Yes. April brings heavy rainfall to Ecuador, with Quito averaging around 354 mm (14 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Ecuador?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Ecuador with often poor weather in Quito.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August offering mostly pleasant weather in Quito. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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