Weather radar Galápagos
Real-time precipitation radar · Galápagos · Ecuador
Galápagos climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Galápagos shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 28.2° | 28.7° | 28.8° | 28.2° | 27.8° | 26.8° | 26.1° | 25.5° | 25.2° | 25.6° | 26° | 26.8° |
| Avg low (°C) | 23.1° | 24.3° | 24.5° | 23.9° | 23° | 22.2° | 21.6° | 20.5° | 20.1° | 20.4° | 20.7° | 21.5° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 44 | 111 | 273 | 145 | 37 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 10 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 19 | 23 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Sunshine hours | 345 | 310 | 342 | 330 | 344 | 329 | 331 | 333 | 317 | 339 | 333 | 342 |
| Humidity | 76% | 78% | 81% | 83% | 79% | 77% | 76% | 75% | 76% | 75% | 73% | 76% |
Best time to visit Galápagos
The best time to visit Galápagos is typically August. In this month the average high is 25.5°C, precipitation is 2 mm and sunshine duration is 333 hours. The annual average high is 27°C, total annual precipitation is 659 mm (106 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3995 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Galápagos
How up to date is the weather radar for Galápagos?
The weather radar for Galápagos is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Galápagos?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Galápagos: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Galápagos?
The thunderstorm potential for Galápagos is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Galápagos.
What is the climate like in Galápagos?
Galápagos has an annual average high of 27°C. The warmest month is March (avg high 28.8°C), the coldest September (avg low 20.1°C). The wettest month is March with 273 mm, the driest August with 2 mm. Total annual precipitation is 659 mm (106 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3995 hours.
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