Climate Insights for Machala

The climate in Machala is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,605 mm of precipitation falls per year. Machala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Machala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Machala is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 63.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Machala receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Machala sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Machala has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.Machala has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 73°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°F between highs and lows.

Machala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,605 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 134 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 342 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 32 mm. That's 310 mm less than March, 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.Machala is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 63.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 13.5 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.3 in. That's 12.2 in less than March, 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.

Machala is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Machala is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

The best time to visit Machala is during June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 58 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Machala is during June, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 74°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.3 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Machala 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 Machala 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.