What is the weather like in Quito in August?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 18°C with 36% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Quito in August?

Quito in August scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Quito in August?

August in Quito is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Quito Weather in August | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

18°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

29days

36% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Essential Travel Info for Quito

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Currency

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$ United States dollar

Language

Spanish

Driving

Right side

Connect

Most Trolebus stations provide free WiFi...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.988

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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 August a Good Time to Visit Quito?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(64/100)

Short Answer

Quito's August delivers on its reputation: 18°C, 36% rain, 10.1h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 97% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

97% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Near active volcano: Cotopaxi

Medium volcanic risk

Health precautions needed

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

High altitude destination

2926m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

10.1h of sunshine daily

Good For

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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
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 17.9°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Quito in August averages 18°C with 36% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Quito in August

What are the temperatures in Quito in August?

Daytime highs average 18°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Quito in August?

Expect around 29 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Quito in August?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is August peak season in Quito?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Quito Weather in August

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