worldweather19°Cexceptionally cool
usually 21°C–22°C
cooler than 97% of similar days
night: exceptionally warm
rain: more rain than usual
wind: exceptionally light
Weather in Ecuador - today, tomorrow and 14-day forecast
Right now temperatures across Ecuador range from 11° to 35°. Below: today's conditions city by city, a live weather map, the 14-day outlook and month-by-month climate to help you pick the best time to travel.
Country values are the median of forecasts from 10 cities; the range shows local differences. Methodology.
Weather in Ecuador's cities today
🌧️Guayaquil
35°💧 2.4 mm
🌧️Quevedo
30°💧 5.8 mm
🌧️Esmeraldas
28°💧 3.9 mm
🌧️Loja
23°💧 0.9 mm
🌧️Quito
20°💧 0.6 mm
🌤️Latacunga
18°💧 0.3 mm
🌧️Ambato
18°💧 0.3 mm
🌧️Cuenca
15°💧 0.3 mm
🌧️Riobamba
15°💧 1.6 mm
🌧️Tulcán
11°💧 1.8 mm
Weather map - today's temperatures
Next days in Ecuador
today🌧️
19°💧 1.3 mm
Sun🌧️
20°💧 0.8 mm
Mon🌧️
19°💧 0.7 mm
Tue🌧️
16°💧 1.9 mm
Wed🌧️
19°💧 1.5 mm
Thu🌧️
21°💧 1.1 mm
Fri🌧️
22°💧 1.7 mm
Sat🌧️
21°💧 0.6 mm
Forecast vs 1991-2020 climate normal
NASA POWERHow does the current forecast compare with normal?
We compare the coming days with weather usually observed at this time of year.
Monday 7 Sept in Ecuador, the forecast high is 19°C. Typical daytime temperatures at this time of year range from 21°C to 22°C, so it will be exceptionally cool. It is cooler than 99% of similar days.
20°Cexceptionally cool
usually 21°C–22°C
cooler than 94% of similar days
night: near normal
rain: typical rainfall
wind: lighter than usual
19°Cexceptionally cool
usually 21°C–22°C
cooler than 99% of similar days
night: warmer than usual
rain: typical rainfall
wind: exceptionally light
16°Cexceptionally cool
usually 21°C–22°C
cooler than 99% of similar days
night: exceptionally warm
rain: more rain than usual
wind: exceptionally light
19°Cexceptionally cool
usually 21°C–22°C
cooler than 97% of similar days
night: exceptionally warm
rain: more rain than usual
wind: exceptionally light
21°Cnear normal
usually 21°C–22°C
night: exceptionally warm
rain: more rain than usual
wind: exceptionally light
22°Cnear normal
usually 21°C–22°C
night: exceptionally warm
rain: more rain than usual
wind: lighter than usual
How warm was this week in previous years?
Each bar shows the average daily high during the same 7-day period in each year.
cooler yearstypical rangewarmer years2026 forecastcurrent forecast
From 1981 to 2025, the 5-11 Sept period averaged 21°C by day. The coolest year was 2004 (20°C) and the warmest was 2005 (23°C). The current forecast averages 19°C - lower than in 100% of historical years.
Historical reference: NASA POWER daily gridded data (MERRA-2), the 1991-2020 normal and a +/- 7-day calendar window. The typical range is the 20th-80th percentile. This is not a city weather-station reading and does not change the current forecast. NASA POWER Daily API.
Weather warnings - Ecuador
Heavy rain6 bulletins · in effect until tomorrow · in effect now
Areas incl.: Este de Orellana, Sucumbíos, Esmeraldas, Manabí y Santo Domingo, Guayas, Amazonía, Litoral
Heavy rainfall may cause local flooding and traffic disruption. Take care on the roads and near watercourses.
Source: national weather service via the WMO Severe Weather Information Centre, as of 2026-09-05 11:08:09 UTC. 6 active bulletins in total. See alerts worldwide →
14-day forecast - Ecuador
Ecuador 30 & 45-day weather - long-range outlook
Next 15 days · forecast
19°
around 12° at night · days with rain: 8
Weeks 3-4 · avg for September
22°
around 10° at night · rain chance 14%
Weeks 5-7 · avg for October
22°
around 12° at night · rain chance 17%
The 30 & 45-day outlook for Ecuador: the next 15 days are a numerical forecast updated daily - on average 19° by day and 12° at night. Further out we rely on multi-year climate averages: around 22° in September, and about 22° in October. Forecasts beyond two weeks are indicative only.
Today vs the next days - Ecuador cities
| City | Today | +3 days | +7 days | Rain today |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ Guayaquil | 35℃ | 32℃ | 31℃ | 2.4 mm |
| 🌧️ Quevedo | 30℃ | 31℃ | 29℃ | 5.8 mm |
| 🌧️ Esmeraldas | 28℃ | 28℃ | 28℃ | 3.9 mm |
| 🌧️ Loja | 23℃ | 20℃ | 24℃ | 0.9 mm |
| 🌧️ Quito | 20℃ | 17℃ | 21℃ | 0.6 mm |
| 🌤️ Latacunga | 18℃ | 15℃ | 20℃ | 0.3 mm |
| 🌧️ Ambato | 18℃ | 14℃ | 22℃ | 0.3 mm |
| 🌧️ Cuenca | 15℃ | 12℃ | 19℃ | 0.3 mm |
| 🌧️ Riobamba | 15℃ | 14℃ | 19℃ | 1.6 mm |
| 🌧️ Tulcán | 11℃ | 11℃ | 17℃ | 1.8 mm |
Day-by-day forecast for Ecuador
Saturday5 September 2026
🌧️19°light rain
Sunday6 September 2026
🌧️20°light rain
Monday7 September 2026
🌧️19°light rain
Tuesday8 September 2026
🌧️16°light rain
Wednesday9 September 2026
🌧️19°light rain
Thursday10 September 2026
🌧️21°light rain
Friday11 September 2026
🌧️22°light rain
Saturday12 September 2026
🌧️21°light rain
Sunday13 September 2026
🌧️18°light rain
Monday14 September 2026
🌧️15°light rain
Tuesday15 September 2026
🌧️21°light rain
Wednesday16 September 2026
🌧️21°light rain
Thursday17 September 2026
🌧️21°light rain
Friday18 September 2026
🌧️18°light rain
Saturday19 September 2026
🌧️20°light rain
Sea temperature - Ecuador
| Beach | Water today | Water week avg | Waves | How's the water? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esmeraldas | 30℃ | 30℃ | 0.4 m | very warm |
Sea-surface temperature from marine models, updated daily. See also: where the sea is warmest right now.
Air quality and smog in Ecuador
| City | PM2.5 (µg/m³) | PM10 (µg/m³) | Air quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manta | 13 | 19.5 | very good |
| Portoviejo | 10.8 | 15 | very good |
| Machala | 9.7 | 12.9 | very good |
| Esmeraldas | 8 | 10.6 | very good |
| Quevedo | 5.7 | 6.5 | very good |
| Riobamba | 5.7 | 5.8 | very good |
| Santo Domingo | 4.4 | 5.4 | very good |
| Ambato | 3.6 | 3.7 | very good |
| Cuenca | 3.4 | 3.6 | very good |
| Ibarra | 3.2 | 3.4 | very good |
| Loja | 2.9 | 2.9 | very good |
| Quito | 2 | 2 | very good |
Based on PM2.5 thresholds. Station readings, updated daily (last reading: 2026-09-04, 20:00).
Ecuador weather through the year
Ecuador weather month by month - when is the best time to go?
Weather in other countries in South America
Public holidays in Ecuador - when are the long weekends?
Next long weekend in Ecuador: Independence of Guayaquil (9 October, Friday) - Friday–Sunday (3 days off).
2026
9 OctoberFriday
Independence of Guayaquil
long weekend2 NovemberMonday
All Souls' Day
long weekend3 NovemberTuesday
Independence of Cuenca
long weekend + bridge day25 DecemberFriday
Christmas Day
long weekend2027
1 JanuaryFriday
New Year's Day
long weekend8 FebruaryMonday
Carnival
long weekend9 FebruaryTuesday
Carnival
long weekend + bridge day26 MarchFriday
Good Friday
long weekend1 MaySaturday
International Workers' Day
falls on a weekend24 MayMonday
The Battle of Pichincha
long weekend10 AugustTuesday
Declaration of Independence of Quito
long weekend + bridge day9 OctoberSaturday
Independence of Guayaquil
falls on a weekendPublic holidays (statutory days off) - shops, offices and some attractions may be closed. A "bridge day" is a workday between a holiday and the weekend worth taking as leave. Lunar holiday dates marked as tentative may shift by one day after the official announcement.
Calendar sources
FAQ - Ecuador weather
What is the weather like in Ecuador today?
Today it is about 19° during the day and 12° at night, light rain.
How far ahead can I check the forecast for Ecuador?
This page shows a detailed 14-day forecast plus the long-term monthly climate, so you can plan both a short trip and a holiday months ahead.