Galapagos

Galapagos Weather in February

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

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Puerto Ayora Puerto Baquerizo Moreno Puerto Villamil

Planning a getaway to Galapagos, Ecuador this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Galapagos in February

Galapagos, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. February 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. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Puerto Villamil with 155 mm (6.1 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Puerto Ayora.

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Best Places to Visit in Galapagos in February

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

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 Galapagos

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

Temperature range in Galapagos (February)

Precipitation variation in Galapagos (February)

Puerto Ayora

In February 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.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Puerto Ayora →

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

In February 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.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
160 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno →

Puerto Villamil

In February 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.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Puerto Villamil →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Ayora 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Puerto Villamil 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)

Galapagos weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Galapagos, Ecuador in February. The popular destination of Puerto Ayora averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Galapagos, Ecuador during February range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Puerto Ayora.

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

Puerto Ayora typically receives notable rainfall in February, about 132 mm (5.2 in) on average across Galapagos, Ecuador.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Galapagos, Ecuador?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Galapagos, Ecuador due to the typically tolerable weather in Puerto Ayora.

Generally speaking, January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Puerto Ayora. In contrast, February, March and April tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Galapagos.

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