2026 Climate Averages

Quito: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Quito. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September, December. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Quito has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, and approximately 29 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Quito is during June, July, August, September, December, when conditions are perfect for sightseeing and exploration

Drier season: Feb–Nov Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Hottest

18°C May
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 31 days

Coldest

9°C August
Avg High 18°C
Rain 28 days

Driest Month

24 rainy days July
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 10°C

Windiest Month

9 km/h

November (gusts 30)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Sep–Nov

High 17°C
Low 10°C
Rain 28 days
Crowds
Moderate
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Summer

Dec–Feb

High 17°C
Low 10°C
Rain 29 days
Crowds
Moderate
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Autumn

Mar–May

High 17°C
Low 10°C
Rain 31 days
Crowds
Very Quiet
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Winter

Jun–Aug

High 18°C
Low 10°C
Rain 27 days
Crowds
Very Busy
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Quito

Andean capital with UNESCO colonial center, equator monument, Cotopaxi volcano, cloud forests, and Galápagos gateway.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Quito have?
Quito has a moderate climate with average yearly temperatures of 17°C and 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
The best time to visit Quito is during June, July, August, September, December, when temperatures average around 17°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Quito?
The hottest month in Quito is May with average highs of 18°C, while the coldest is August with average lows of 9°C.
When is the rainy season in Quito?
Quito sees the most rain in March (31 rainy days), while July is the driest month (24 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Quito?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in August (9°C), while May has the warmest evenings (11°C). Pack layers for cooler months.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026