Galapagos

Galapagos Weather in April

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

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Puerto Ayora Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Puerto Villamil

Thinking about venturing to Galapagos, Ecuador this April 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 Galapagos in April

Galapagos, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. April in Galapagos generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to 30°C (86°F) in Puerto Ayora. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Puerto Ayora and 25°C (77°F) in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

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

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Puerto Villamil with 154 mm (6.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Galapagos in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Galapagos

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

Temperature range in Galapagos (April)

Precipitation variation in Galapagos (April)

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 »
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
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Puerto Ayora →

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

In April Puerto Baquerizo Moreno generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
180 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno →

Puerto Villamil

In April Puerto Villamil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Puerto Villamil →

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Ayora 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Puerto Villamil 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)

Galapagos weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Galapagos, Ecuador in April?

In April, Galapagos, Ecuador generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Puerto Ayora sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Galapagos, Ecuador in April?

Puerto Ayora averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Galapagos, Ecuador get a lot of rain in April?

Galapagos, Ecuador sees substantial rainfall in April. Puerto Ayora typically averages about 124 mm (4.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Galapagos, Ecuador?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Puerto Ayora, April may not be the ideal time to visit Galapagos, Ecuador.

On average, the best time to visit Galapagos, Ecuador is in January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Puerto Ayora. On the other hand, the weather in February, March and April tend to be unpleasant.

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