Quito in August
5.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 25 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
25Rainy days (111 mm)
12:00 hDaylight
06:18Sunrise · 18:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 25 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 10°C | 273 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.3 |
| February | 17°C | 10°C | 261 mm | 27 | – | – | 5.3 |
| March | 17°C | 10°C | 311 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.3 |
| April | 17°C | 10°C | 305 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.3 |
| May | 17°C | 10°C | 248 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.4 |
| June | 18°C | 10°C | 149 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 18°C | 9°C | 109 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 18°C | 9°C | 111 mm | 25 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 18°C | 10°C | 200 mm | 29 | – | – | 5.5 |
| October | 17°C | 10°C | 263 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 17°C | 10°C | 282 mm | 28 | – | – | 5.3 |
| December | 17°C | 10°C | 287 mm | 30 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Quito in August?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
The best months are August, September, May, June.