Climate Overview
The climate in Baños is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2954mm of precipitation falls per year. Baños receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Baños sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Baños sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 16°C. April is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 11°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Baños is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2954mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 246mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 360mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 132mm. That's 228mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Baños is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
2 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Baños, which began on June 21, 2026. Baños sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced. Temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 4°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (2 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 5 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 660mm across the season with a monthly average of 220mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 849mm across the season with a monthly average of 283mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 907mm across the season with a monthly average of 302mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 537mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Baños 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.
