Riobamba weather in August (Chimborazo Province, Ecuador)

What weather conditions can you expect in Riobamba this August? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Riobamba includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 3°C.

Precipitation

Riobamba in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. This is the driest month, making it suitable for planning outdoor excursions. With little chance of rain, you can enjoy uninterrupted adventures. Expect around 10 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 101 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Riobamba climate page with graphs.

 

Riobamba, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 101 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Puyo, Ecuador (69 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Ecuador in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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