Best Time to Visit Quito
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
Aug is warmest (19.5°C high); Apr is rainiest (155 mm).
Quito weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18.8 | 7 | 97 | 7 |
| Feb | 18.4 | 7.1 | 122 | 7.1 |
| Mar | 18.3 | 7.4 | 140 | 6.5 |
| Apr | 18.4 | 7.5 | 155 | 6.4 |
| May | 18.7 | 7.4 | 105 | 6.7 |
| Jun | 18.7 | 6.9 | 47 | 6.9 |
| Jul | 19 | 6.5 | 24 | 6.7 |
| Aug | 19.5 | 6.5 | 34 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 19.4 | 6.5 | 77 | 6.7 |
| Oct | 18.8 | 6.6 | 119 | 7 |
| Nov | 18.6 | 6.6 | 107 | 6.7 |
| Dec | 18.8 | 6.9 | 96 | 7.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunSep
Beaches: JulAug
Hiking: JulAugJunSep
Sightseeing: JulAugJunSep
Quito quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Quito?
Jul, Aug, Jun, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Apr, about 155 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 19.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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