Climate Insights for Manta

Manabí, Ecuador

Hottest
April
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
September
22°C low71°F low
Wettest
March
151 mm rain6 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Manta is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 498 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 151 mm of rainfall. Manta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Manta is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 19.6 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 6 in of rainfall. Manta sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 24°FebMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°MarMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°AprMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°MayMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°JunMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 23°JulMax: 28°Average: 24°Min: 22°AugMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°SepMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°OctMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°NovMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 22°DecMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 23°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 80°FMin: 76°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°FAprMax: 86°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FJunMax: 83°FAverage: 77°FMin: 74°FJulMax: 82°FAverage: 76°FMin: 72°FAugMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 71°FNovMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 83°FAverage: 77°FMin: 73°F
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Manta 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.Manta has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 9°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 48mmFebPrecipitation: 141mmMarPrecipitation: 151mmAprPrecipitation: 78mmMayPrecipitation: 26mmJunPrecipitation: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 4mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 4mmOctPrecipitation: 6mmNovPrecipitation: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 23mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.9inFebPrecipitation: 5.6inMarPrecipitation: 6inAprPrecipitation: 3.1inMayPrecipitation: 1inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0.2inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inNovPrecipitation: 0.2inDecPrecipitation: 0.9in
Precipitation

Manta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 498 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 151 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 3 mm. That's 148 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.Manta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 5.9 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.1 in. That's 5.8 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Manta 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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Manta 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 9mph, 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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°80°F
Feb27°81°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr27°81°F
May26°79°F
Jun25°77°F
Jul24°76°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep24°75°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec25°77°F

The best time to visit Manta 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 5 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 Manta is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°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 Manta 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 Manta 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C76 °F
30 °C86 °F
10 km/h6 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
25 °C77 °F
30 °C85 °F
7 km/h4 mph
141 mm5.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
25 °C77 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
151 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
25 °C77 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C76 °F
30 °C85 °F
11 km/h7 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C74 °F
28 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C72 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h8 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h9 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C71 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h8 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h9 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
29 °C83 °F
13 km/h8 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in