Historical data suggests significant rain risk (80%) on January 1. If you seek sun, consider a different date. Bring rain gear! Expect a bustling atmosphere in Quito right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors. Note: January 1 is New Year's Day in Quito, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Quito
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
Spanish
Driving
Right side
Connect
Most Trolebus stations provide free WiFi...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.988
Quito Weather Forecast for January 1
"Rainy & Overcast. Expect average highs of 16°C. 80% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Quito in January
Based on historical data for January 1, Quito typically experiences temperatures between 8.9°C and 16°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 80% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Quito
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
80%
Avg 8.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
79%
Moderate rain
Pressure
1016.3 hPa
Low volatility
Quito Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.7°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
New Year's Day
Flight Traffic
High
85/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
2 vaccines • View Details →
Landing Slots
~56
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Quito
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:14
☀️ Noon
12:18
🌇 Sunset
18:22
⏱️ Daylight
12h 7m
Wind Speed
8.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Quito
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
🌧️ Variable
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Cotopaxi
55.4km away
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Quito on January 1 averages 16°C with a 80% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 46/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Quito Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Quito Worth Visiting on January 1?
Planning a trip to Quito on January 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16°C with a 80% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with New Year's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 56 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Ecuador, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.4°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 7°C in 2017.