Cuenca, Ecuador experiences average highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 23 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records.
Cuenca, Ecuador Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Cuenca, Ecuador. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.8/10
Best: July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 17°C / 11°C
Feels Like 17°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 23
Rainfall 146 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 86%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 12°C
Hottest Month
19°C
November
Avg Low11°C
Rain26days
Coldest Month
9°C
August
Avg High17°C
Rain14days
Driest Month
14days
August
Avg High17°C
Avg Low9°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
August (Gusts 49)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, March, April due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:19
Daylight 12h
Sunset 18:16
Live conditions—
Cuenca on the map · live conditions
Cuenca, Ecuador
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Ecuador
- City
- Cuenca
- Population
- 637K
- Coordinates
- -2.90°, -79.00°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 21 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 17 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 18°C / 11°C . Feb: 18°C / 12°C . Mar: 18°C / 12°C . Apr: 18°C / 11°C . May: 17°C / 11°C . Jun: 16°C / 10°C . Jul: 16°C / 9°C . Aug: 17°C / 9°C . Sep: 18°C / 9°C . Oct: 18°C / 11°C . Nov: 19°C / 11°C . Dec: 18°C / 11°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 177 mm. Feb: 208 mm. Mar: 220 mm. Apr: 182 mm. May: 120 mm. Jun: 93 mm. Jul: 92 mm. Aug: 60 mm. Sep: 64 mm. Oct: 142 mm. Nov: 197 mm. Dec: 201 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 88%. Mar: 89%. Apr: 89%. May: 88%. Jun: 88%. Jul: 88%. Aug: 84%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 84%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 86%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 11 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 15 km/h . Jul: 17 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 13 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 8h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 1.1°C (2.0°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 48 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Dec 2025 · 19°C | Nov · 19°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 9°C | Aug · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Feb 2025 · 298 mm | Mar · 220 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 17 km/h | Aug · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Good September best
Good October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 11°C | 18°C / 11°C | 25days (177 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 12°C | 18°C / 11°C | 25days (208 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 18°C / 12°C | 18°C / 11°C | 29days (220 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 18°C / 11°C | 18°C / 11°C | 27days (182 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 17°C / 11°C | 17°C / 10°C | 24days (120 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 16°C / 10°C | 15°C / 8°C | 20days (93 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 6 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 16°C / 9°C | 14°C / 7°C | 18days (92 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 5.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 17°C / 9°C | 15°C / 7°C | 14days (60 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 84% Humid | 7.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 18°C / 9°C | 17°C / 8°C | 15days (64 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 81% Humid | 7.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October | 18°C / 11°C | 18°C / 10°C | 23days (142 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 84% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 19°C / 11°C | 19°C / 11°C | 26days (197 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 85% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 18°C / 11°C | 18°C / 11°C | 26days (201 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Cuenca are July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Cuenca, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Cuenca is November, with average daytime highs of 19°C (65°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Cuenca is August, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Cuenca is March, averaging 220mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Cuenca runs through March, April, November, December, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Cuenca.
Cuenca receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Cuenca.
The least favorable months to visit Cuenca are January, February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Cuenca is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Cuenca is 86%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Cuenca are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 49 km/h / 31 mph).
Cuenca averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 84%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Cuenca is 12°C (54°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Cuenca has a Oceanic climate, classified as Cfb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Cuenca ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 17°C (63°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Cuenca, with a climate score of 5.8/10. Consider visiting during July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Cuenca, pack Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. With average highs of 16°C (61°F) and 20 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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