Climate of Galápagos, Ecuador
Area-weighted average across Galápagos. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Galápagos, a subdivision of Ecuador, has a hot arid climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 21.2°C / 70.2°F in September to 25.2°C / 77.4°F in March, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in to 61 mm / 2.4 in depending on the season (315 mm / 12.4 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C75.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| February | 24.9°C76.8°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| March | 25.2°C77.4°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 25°C77°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| May | 23.9°C75°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 22.9°C73.2°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 22.2°C72°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 21.5°C70.7°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 21.2°C70.2°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 21.5°C70.7°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 21.9°C71.4°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 22.9°C73.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Galápagos?
The best months to visit Galápagos, Ecuador for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is March at an area-wide average of 25.2°C / 77.4°F, and the driest is August with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Galápagos?
Galápagos, Ecuador has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 21.2°C / 70.2°F in September to 25.2°C / 77.4°F in March. Annual rainfall averages about 315 mm / 12.4 in, with the wettest month being March (61 mm / 2.4 in) and the driest August (6 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Galápagos?
The hottest month in Galápagos is March, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Galápagos?
The coldest month in Galápagos is September, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.2°C / 70.2°F.
When does it rain most in Galápagos?
The wettest month in Galápagos is March, averaging about 61 mm / 2.4 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 6 mm / 0.2 in.