Latacunga, Ecuador experiences average highs of 18°C (64°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 26 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records.
Latacunga, Ecuador Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Latacunga, Ecuador. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.6/10
Best: May, June, July, August, September
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 18°C / 9°C
Feels Like 18°C / 8°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 175 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 85%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Hottest Month
18°C
September
Avg Low 8°C
Rain 20 days
Coldest Month
8°C
August
Avg High 18°C
Rain 19 days
Driest Month
19 days
August
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 8°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
August (Gusts 40)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:18
Daylight 12.1h
Sunset 18:23
Live conditions —
Latacunga on the map · live conditions
Latacunga, Ecuador
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Ecuador
- City
- Latacunga
- Population
- 205.6K
- Coordinates
- -0.93°, -78.62°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 24 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 29 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 22 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 18°C / 10°C . Feb: 18°C / 10°C . Mar: 18°C / 10°C . Apr: 18°C / 10°C . May: 18°C / 10°C . Jun: 17°C / 9°C . Jul: 17°C / 9°C . Aug: 18°C / 8°C . Sep: 18°C / 8°C . Oct: 18°C / 9°C . Nov: 18°C / 10°C . Dec: 18°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 188 mm. Feb: 193 mm. Mar: 289 mm. Apr: 235 mm. May: 176 mm. Jun: 148 mm. Jul: 128 mm. Aug: 82 mm. Sep: 95 mm. Oct: 174 mm. Nov: 194 mm. Dec: 194 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 87%. Mar: 88%. Apr: 88%. May: 87%. Jun: 85%. Jul: 83%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 83%. Nov: 85%. Dec: 86%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 11 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 9. Dec: UV 9.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have cooled by 1.2°C (2.2°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 71 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Dec 2025 · 18°C | Sep · 18°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 8°C | Aug · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 430 mm | Mar · 289 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 16 km/h | Aug · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May best
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C / 10°C | 18°C / 9°C | 27days (188 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 10°C | 18°C / 10°C | 26days (193 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 18°C / 10°C | 18°C / 9°C | 30days (289 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 9.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 18°C / 10°C | 18°C / 9°C | 29days (235 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 9.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May best | 18°C / 10°C | 17°C / 9°C | 28days (176 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 8°C | 25days (148 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 85% Humid | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 17°C / 9°C | 15°C / 7°C | 23days (128 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 83% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 18°C / 8°C | 17°C / 7°C | 19days (82 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 18°C / 8°C | 18°C / 7°C | 20days (95 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 18°C / 9°C | 18°C / 8°C | 27days (174 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 83% Humid | 9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 18°C / 10°C | 19°C / 9°C | 26days (194 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 85% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 18°C / 10°C | 18°C / 9°C | 27days (194 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Latacunga are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Latacunga, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Latacunga is September, with average daytime highs of 18°C (65°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Latacunga is August, with average overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Latacunga is March, averaging 289mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Latacunga runs through March, April, May, January, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Latacunga.
Latacunga receives approximately 113 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Latacunga.
The least favorable months to visit Latacunga are February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Latacunga is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Latacunga is 85%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Latacunga are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 40 km/h / 25 mph).
Latacunga averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 89%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Latacunga is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Latacunga 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 Latacunga ranges from 8°C (46°F) to 18°C (64°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
July is not the best time to visit Latacunga, with a climate score of 6/10. Consider visiting during May, June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For July in Latacunga, pack Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. With average highs of 17°C (62°F) and 23 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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