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Ecuador Weather in August

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

Planning a trip to Ecuador this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ecuador in August

The weather in Ecuador in August can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Papallacta at 14°C (57°F) to warm in Yasuní National Park at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Yasuní National Park and 4°C (39°F) in Papallacta.

For a closer look at conditions across Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bellavista with an average of 6.1 mm (0.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Huigra with 904 mm (36 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Quito, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Quito sees around 257 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ecuador — and find the best time to visit. (based on Quito)

Best Places to Visit in Ecuador in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ecuador.

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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 August for some of the most popular destinations in Ecuador?

Temperature range in Ecuador (August)

Precipitation variation in Ecuador (August)

Quito

In August Quito generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
257 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Guayaquil

In August Guayaquil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
146 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Cuenca

In August Cuenca generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
186 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Puerto Ayora

In August Puerto Ayora generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
6.7 mm (0.3 in)
5.4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Baños

In August Baños generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
101 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Quito 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Guayaquil 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Cuenca 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Puerto Ayora 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 6.7 mm (0.3 in)
Salinas 23°C (73°F) 21°C (70°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Mindo 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 359 mm (14 in)

Ecuador weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ecuador in August?

Expect pleasant weather across Ecuador in August. The popular destination of Quito averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ecuador in August?

Quito averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 10°C (50°F).

Does Ecuador get a lot of rain in August?

Quito typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 133 mm (5.2 in) on average across Ecuador.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Ecuador?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Ecuador with overall pleasant weather in Quito. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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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