What is the weather like in Puerto Ayora in January?

Expect temperatures between 23°C and 28°C with 31% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Puerto Ayora in January?

Puerto Ayora in January scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Puerto Ayora in January?

January in Puerto Ayora is ideal for: Beach lovers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Puerto Ayora Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

23°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

27days

31% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in January

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

25.5°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

☀️Warm

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Puerto Ayora coastline

Essential Travel Info for Puerto Ayora

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Currency

USD

$ United States dollar

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.988

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Remote

3/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Guayaquil José Joaquín de Olmedo (GYE)

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Ecuador.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Ecuador. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Ecuador.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Ecuador take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAreas <1,500 m (<5,000 ft) elevation in the provinces of Cotopaxi, Esmeraldas, Morona-Santiago, Orellana, Pastaza, and SucumbíosRare cases <1,500 m (<5,000 ft) in all other provincesNo malaria transmission in the cities of Guayaquil or Quito (the capital)No malaria transmission on the Galápagos IslandsDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(85%)P. falciparum(15%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisTransmission areas in the provinces of Cotopaxi, Esmeraldas, Morona-Santiago, Orellana, Pastaza, and Sucumbíos: Atovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2All other areas with reported malaria transmission: No chemoprophylaxis recommended (insect bite precautions and mosquito avoidance only)4Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit Puerto Ayora?

👌Good option with minor considerations(64/100)

Short Answer

January perfect for Puerto Ayora's beaches - 25.5°C water temperature, 28°C days, minimal 31% rain. Book beachfront early as this is peak coastal season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Pleasant swimming conditions

25.5°C sea temperature

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis)

Plenty of sunshine

10.8h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

75% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Beach lovers
25.5°C warm seas and 31% rain probability
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

Historical Insight

2016 was exceptionally hot: Average of 30°C, 3.6°C above normal

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Puerto Ayora in January averages 28°C with 31% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Puerto Ayora in January

What are the temperatures in Puerto Ayora in January?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 23°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Puerto Ayora in January?

Expect around 27 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Puerto Ayora in January?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is January peak season in Puerto Ayora?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Puerto Ayora Weather in January