Climate Insights for Portoviejo
Manabí, Ecuador
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
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
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
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
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.