Climate Insights for Portoviejo

Manabí, Ecuador

Hottest
April
31°C peak87°F peak
Coldest
September
21°C low71°F low
Wettest
February
275 mm rain10.8 in rain
Best to Visit
July, August, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Portoviejo is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,006 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 275 mm of rainfall. Portoviejo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Portoviejo is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 39.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 10.8 in of rainfall. Portoviejo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°FebMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°MarMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 24°AprMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°MayMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 24°JunMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 23°JulMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°AugMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°SepMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 21°OctMax: 29°Average: 25°Min: 22°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 22°DecMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 23°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 87°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FAprMax: 87°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 86°FAverage: 79°FMin: 74°FJunMax: 85°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°FJulMax: 85°FAverage: 77°FMin: 72°FAugMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FSepMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FOctMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 76°FMin: 71°FDecMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 73°F
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Portoviejo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Portoviejo has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 16°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. September is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 71°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 118mmFebPrecipitation: 275mmMarPrecipitation: 272mmAprPrecipitation: 160mmMayPrecipitation: 69mmJunPrecipitation: 18mmJulPrecipitation: 10mmAugPrecipitation: 7mmSepPrecipitation: 9mmOctPrecipitation: 11mmNovPrecipitation: 11mmDecPrecipitation: 46mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.7inFebPrecipitation: 10.8inMarPrecipitation: 10.7inAprPrecipitation: 6.3inMayPrecipitation: 2.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.7inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 0.3inOctPrecipitation: 0.4inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 1.8in
Precipitation

Portoviejo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,006 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 275 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7 mm. That's 268 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.Portoviejo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 10.8 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.3 in. That's 10.6 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

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 5km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 3mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Portoviejo 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 September, 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.Portoviejo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 5mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan26°80°F
Feb26°80°F
Mar27°80°F
Apr27°80°F
May26°79°F
Jun25°78°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug25°76°F
Sep25°76°F
Oct25°76°F
Nov25°76°F
Dec26°78°F

The best time to visit Portoviejo is during July, August, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Portoviejo 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 0.4 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 87°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 Portoviejo 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 Portoviejo 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 °C75 °F
30 °C87 °F
7 km/h4 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C75 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
275 mm10.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
24 °C75 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
272 mm10.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
31 °C87 °F
6 km/h3 mph
160 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
24 °C74 °F
30 °C86 °F
7 km/h4 mph
69 mm2.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
23 °C73 °F
29 °C85 °F
7 km/h5 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
22 °C72 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
21 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h5 mph
9 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C71 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h5 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C71 °F
30 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
30 °C86 °F
8 km/h5 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in