Climate Insights for Bahía de Caráquez
Sucre, Manabí, Ecuador
Climate Overview
The climate in Bahía de Caráquez is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 635 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 188 mm of rainfall. Bahía de Caráquez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bahía de Caráquez is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 25 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 7.4 in of rainfall. Bahía de Caráquez sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bahía de Caráquez has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 22°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows.Bahía de Caráquez has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 72°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Bahía de Caráquez is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 635 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 188 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3 mm. That's 186 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Bahía de Caráquez is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.1 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 7.4 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.1 in. That's 7.3 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Bahía de Caráquez is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Bahía de Caráquez is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bahía de Caráquez is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 6 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Bahía de Caráquez is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bahía de Caráquez based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bahía de Caráquez based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.