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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Quito has a oceanic/humid subtropical climate, classified as Cfb in the Köppen system. The warmest month is July with an average high of 17°C, while the coldest month is July with lows dropping to 8°C. The annual temperature range of 9°C indicates a relatively stable climate year-round.
The driest month is July with only 22 rain days and 99mm of precipitation. For travellers, July through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 82% to 82% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Quito are January, February, March. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
17°C
July
Coldest Month
8°C
July
Driest Month
22 days
July
Annual Range
9°C
8° to 17°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 9°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| February | 15°C | 9°C | 27 | 8h | View |
| March | 16°C | 9°C | 30 | 8h | View |
| April | 16°C | 9°C | 29 | 8h | View |
| May | 16°C | 9°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| June | 16°C | 9°C | 25 | 9h | View |
| July | 17°C | 8°C | 22 | 9h | View |
| August | 17°C | 8°C | 23 | 10h | View |
| September | 17°C | 8°C | 26 | 10h | View |
| October | 16°C | 9°C | 29 | 9h | View |
| November | 16°C | 9°C | 28 | 9h | View |
| December | 15°C | 9°C | 29 | 9h | View |
January
29 rain days, 9h sun
February
27 rain days, 8h sun
March
30 rain days, 8h sun
April
29 rain days, 8h sun
May
29 rain days, 9h sun
June
25 rain days, 9h sun
July
22 rain days, 9h sun
August
23 rain days, 10h sun
September
26 rain days, 10h sun
October
29 rain days, 9h sun
November
28 rain days, 9h sun
December
29 rain days, 9h sun
Quito in July
Data Sources for Quito
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.