Isabela Island Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Isabela Island, Ecuador in January.

Planning a trip to Isabela Island, Ecuador this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Isabela Island in January

Isabela Island, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. January in Isabela Island generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Puerto Villamil.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Isabela Island, Ecuador, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 78 mm (3.1 in) in Puerto Villamil.

Explore Isabela Island by month

Best Places to Visit in Isabela Island in January

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

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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 Isabela Island

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in Isabela Island, Ecuador?

Puerto Villamil

In January Puerto Villamil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Ecuador January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Ecuador brought 265 mm (10 in) in Tena on January 17, 2015.

Isabela Island weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isabela Island, Ecuador in January?

Isabela Island, Ecuador typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto Villamil average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isabela Island, Ecuador in January?

Average temperatures in Isabela Island, Ecuador during January range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Puerto Villamil.

Does Isabela Island, Ecuador get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Isabela Island, Ecuador during January, with Puerto Villamil averaging close to 78 mm (3.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Isabela Island, Ecuador?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Isabela Island, Ecuador with overall perfect weather in Puerto Villamil. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto Villamil.

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