Climate Insights for Puerto Francisco de Orellana

Francisco de Orellana Canton, Orellana, Ecuador

Hottest
February
0°C peak
Coldest
August
-23°C low
Wettest
December
33mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Puerto Francisco de Orellana is cold. The average annual temperature is -12°C and approximately 309mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Puerto Francisco de Orellana sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year. Puerto Francisco de Orellana experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-30° -25° -20° -15° -10° -5° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -1° Average: -2° Min: -6° Feb Max: 0° Average: -1° Min: -1° Mar Max: -1° Average: -2° Min: -4° Apr Max: -2° Average: -5° Min: -10° May Max: -8° Average: -11° Min: -13° Jun Max: -14° Average: -18° Min: -20° Jul Max: -17° Average: -21° Min: -22° Aug Max: -17° Average: -21° Min: -23° Sep Max: -14° Average: -17° Min: -22° Oct Max: -14° Average: -17° Min: -19° Nov Max: -15° Average: -16° Min: -18° Dec Max: -15° Average: -17° Min: -20°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Puerto Francisco de Orellana vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 0°C with a mean of -1°C. August brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -23°C and an average temperature of -21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm May Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 28mm Jun Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 4mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 13mm Sep Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Oct Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Nov Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 33mm
Precipitation
Snow

Puerto Francisco de Orellana is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 309mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2mm. That's 31mm less than January, 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. Puerto Francisco de Orellana receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 309cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 33cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 12km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 7km/h Aug Wind Speed: 12km/h Sep Wind Speed: 13km/h Oct Wind Speed: 16km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

Puerto Francisco de Orellana 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 October, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Puerto Francisco de Orellana, which began on June 21, 2026. Puerto Francisco de Orellana sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 0°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near -23°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -22 to -14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from -20 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -13 to -1°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 94mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Expect around 94cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -23 to -14°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Expect around 19cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Puerto Francisco de Orellana 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C
-1 °C
12 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Feb
-1 °C
0 °C
12 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Mar
-4 °C
-1 °C
11 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Apr
-10 °C
-2 °C
9 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
May
-13 °C
-8 °C
5 km/h
28 mm
28 cm
Jun
-20 °C
-14 °C
4 km/h
4 mm
4 cm
Jul
-22 °C
-17 °C
7 km/h
2 mm
2 cm
Aug
-23 °C
-17 °C
12 km/h
12 mm
13 cm
Sep Current
-22 °C
-14 °C
13 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Oct
-19 °C
-14 °C
16 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Nov
-18 °C
-15 °C
16 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
Dec
-20 °C
-15 °C
14 km/h
33 mm
33 cm
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