Esmeraldas Weather in February

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

🔎
Atacames Mompiche Súa

Thinking about venturing to Esmeraldas, Ecuador this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Esmeraldas in February

Esmeraldas, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. February in Esmeraldas generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Atacames.

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

Precipitation

February is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 290 mm (11 in) in Atacames. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Atacames.

Explore Esmeraldas by month

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Best Places to Visit in Esmeraldas in February

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Esmeraldas

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Esmeraldas (February)

Precipitation variation in Esmeraldas (February)

Atacames

In February Atacames generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
290 mm (11 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Atacames →

Mompiche

In February Mompiche generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
291 mm (11 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Mompiche →

Súa

In February Súa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
288 mm (11 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Súa →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Esmeraldas, in Ecuador.

In our records: Ecuador February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Ecuador in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Ecuador dropped to -4°C (25°F) in Puyo on February 10, 2023.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Esmeraldas in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Atacames 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 290 mm (11 in)
Mompiche 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 291 mm (11 in)
Súa 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 288 mm (11 in)

Esmeraldas weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in February?

In February, Esmeraldas, Ecuador generally has poor weather conditions. Atacames sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Esmeraldas, Ecuador in February?

Atacames averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Esmeraldas, Ecuador get a lot of rain in February?

Yes. February brings heavy rainfall to Esmeraldas, Ecuador, with Atacames averaging around 290 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Atacames, February may not be the ideal time to visit Esmeraldas, Ecuador.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Atacames. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Esmeraldas.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Ecuador? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Ecuador.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.

The 10 most alternative cities in South America

Discover South America's top 10 alternative cities! From Valparaíso's vibrant streets to La Paz's high-altitude charm and Medellín's innovative spirit.
The Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Islands is one of the most beautiful places on earth. If you want to see the origins of our planet with your own eyes, you should travel here.
A rain forest hotel in the clouds

This is not "just a lodge". It is a sanctuary of peace and nature for those who like to stay in the heart of nature with minimal environmental impact.
Must visit in Ecuador →