Climate Insights for Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas
Santo Domingo, Ecuador
Climate Overview
The climate in Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,534 mm of precipitation falls per year. Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 99.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 14°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 69°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,534 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 211 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 471 mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 43 mm. That's 428 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.Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is a very wet location, receiving approximately 99.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 18.5 in of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.7 in. That's 16.9 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
Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is during June, 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 73 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas is during June, 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 2.9 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas 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 Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas 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.