Average weather for Ecuador in August
It's hot in August in Ecuador with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Ecuador with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 23°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 23°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Ecuador is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In August, there is an average of 135 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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32°C | 30°C | |
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33°C | 31°C | |
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30°C | -5°C | |
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135 mm | 79 mm | |
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19 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Ecuador?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Ecuador. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2023, Ecuador reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Ecuador
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Ecuador, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Ecuador
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Ecuador, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 19 days of precipitation in Ecuador.
Daily UV index in August in Ecuador
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Ecuador, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Ecuador over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Ecuador, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Ecuador over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Ecuador, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Ecuador
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ecuador. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Ecuador by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ecuador. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.